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FC04 NZD

2004 Mercedes-benz 220

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

165,655 mi
Last recorded165,655 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2013
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz 220100,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFC04 NZD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2013 165,655 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 147,643 miles

cuts in osf/nsf outer tyre walls

osf/nsf tyres low on inner edges

Pass 15 Jun 2011 125,677 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Jun 2011 125,677 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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FC04 NZD is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 220 in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 100,240 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 FC04 NZD, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FC04 NZD registered?

FC04 NZD is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is FC04 NZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FC04 NZD shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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