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HYG 19C

1965 Mercedes-benz 220

Blue Petrol 2195cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

19,823 mi
Last recorded19,823 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2023
Typical for 1965 Mercedes-benz 22049,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHYG 19C
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1965
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,195cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2023 19,823 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 18,223 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 16,772 miles

slight lift in both front king pins

Pass 26 Jan 2015 16,701 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 16,690 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 16,379 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 14,256 miles

small amount of play in both front wheels

Pass 2 Jun 2011 12,912 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 May 2010 12,490 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jun 2009 11,069 miles

Nearside front king pin has slight play

Oil leak

Pass 30 May 2008 8,016 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 8,016 miles

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 20 Mar 2007 6,885 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 6,885 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

oil leaks

play in both front king pins

play in stearing joints

Pass 4 Mar 2006 3,877 miles

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

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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HYG 19C is a 1965 Mercedes-benz 220 in Blue with a 2,195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1965 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 49,212 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 HYG 19C, 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 61 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 HYG 19C?

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What year was HYG 19C registered?

HYG 19C is a 1965 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 4 January 1965.

Is HYG 19C safe to buy?

The MOT history for HYG 19C shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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