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HVY 723L

1971 Mercedes-benz 220

Blue Petrol 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Feb 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,899 mi
Last recorded61,899 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2007
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz 22061,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVY 723L
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2007 61,899 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 61,895 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 17 Feb 2006 61,367 miles

Nearside Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Front Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.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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HVY 723L is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 220 in Blue with a 2,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 61,772 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 HVY 723L, 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 55 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 HVY 723L?

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What year was HVY 723L registered?

HVY 723L is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is HVY 723L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVY 723L shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HVY 723L have outstanding finance?

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