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HK53 LBJ

2003 Mercedes-benz 220

Silver Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

172,050 mi
Last recorded172,050 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz 22098,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK53 LBJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2016 172,050 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint front arm/tie bar (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Nov 2016 172,050 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2015 159,454 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 151,161 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Dec 2013 143,409 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 128,867 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2012 128,854 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2011 116,840 miles

all brake pipes corroding

rear brake pads look low

Pass 19 Nov 2010 105,712 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2010 105,712 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2009 94,372 miles

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

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

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

front nearside tyre worn slightly on the inner edge

Pass 4 Dec 2008 84,368 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 69,155 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2007 69,148 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Nov 2006 52,913 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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HK53 LBJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 220 in Silver with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 HK53 LBJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HK53 LBJ registered?

HK53 LBJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 5 December 2003.

Is HK53 LBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK53 LBJ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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