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HW59 PCZ

2009 Mercedes-benz 220

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

141,865 mi
Last recorded141,865 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz 22079,402 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW59 PCZ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 141,865 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front upper arm bush split but not resulting in play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2025 122,149 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front upper arm inner bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays fitted

Fail 18 Feb 2025 122,142 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both fronts to middles where they come out of the n/s undertray are excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both fronts split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm inner bush has excessive play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front upper arm inner bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Mar 2024 104,978 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm middle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Under-trays fitted

Pass 9 Mar 2023 90,611 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 88,277 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 80,777 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear near rear of the vehicle (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer faces corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Fail 24 Jul 2021 80,767 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded near flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear near rear of the vehicle (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer faces corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 24 Mar 2020 75,619 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 75,446 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2019 75,446 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both front brake discs seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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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HW59 PCZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz 220 in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 79,402 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 HW59 PCZ, 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 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HW59 PCZ registered?

HW59 PCZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 27 October 2009.

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