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FBY 270H

1991 Mercedes-benz 220

Cream Petrol 2197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

55,731 mi
Last recorded55,731 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBY 270H
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1991
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,197cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 55,731 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion headlamp housing (6.1.B.2)

Fail 1 Sep 2017 55,731 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion headlamp housing (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 55,603 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 55,603 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Nearside Lower under floor (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Nearside and offside Lower B Post prescribed area excessively corroded within seat belt attachment area. (5.2.6)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 220?

Based on 33,471 MOT tests across 3,542 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
5,200
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
3,542
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,264
Brake pipe excessively corroded 944
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 428
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 412
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 328
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FBY 270H is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 220 in Cream with a 2,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 220 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,264 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FBY 270H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 220 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 35 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FBY 270H?

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What year was FBY 270H registered?

FBY 270H is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 14 January 1991.

Is FBY 270H safe to buy?

The MOT history for FBY 270H shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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