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FGZ 4859

2017 Mercedes-benz 220

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

67,232 mi
Last recorded67,232 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz 22052,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGZ 4859
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 67,232 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2025 59,814 miles

engine and underbody covers fitted

Pass 22 Feb 2024 52,496 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2024 52,489 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure ns/f inner edge of tyre has a cut cords exposed (245/40R19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ADVISE: os/f inner edge of tyre is slightly worn (245/40R19 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Feb 2023 45,829 miles

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2022 40,352 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY CLOSE!! 2mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Fail 17 Feb 2022 40,306 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY CLOSE!! 2mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Pass 26 Feb 2021 33,299 miles

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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FGZ 4859 is a 2017 Mercedes-benz 220 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2017 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 52,835 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FGZ 4859, 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 9 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FGZ 4859 registered?

FGZ 4859 is a 2017 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 17 March 2017.

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