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H14 GJR

2003 Mercedes-benz 220

Blue Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

179,101 mi
Last recorded179,101 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz 22098,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH14 GJR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2016 179,101 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 171,287 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Dec 2013 169,987 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Mar 2013 169,500 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 157,809 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 157,806 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Upper Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 148,204 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2010 138,965 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 127,505 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 116,525 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2008 116,525 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 88,673 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 88,673 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jan 2006 72,616 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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H14 GJR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 220 in Blue with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 98,398 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 H14 GJR, 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 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H14 GJR registered?

H14 GJR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 23 January 2003.

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