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J500 RCK

1993 Mercedes-benz 220

Red Petrol 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

31,062 mi
Last recorded31,062 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2022
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 220131,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ500 RCK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2022 31,062 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 30,721 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 30,436 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 29,980 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 27,351 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2016 27,351 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 26,341 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 24,326 miles

front tyres and offside rear tyre are showing signs of cracking

Pass 21 Feb 2013 24,314 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 24,292 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 24,182 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 24,103 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2010 24,102 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 23,933 miles

offside front tyre deteriorated

offside rear tyre deteriorated

Pass 29 Jan 2008 23,625 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 21 Feb 2007 23,320 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 22,953 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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J500 RCK is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 220 in Red with a 2,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 131,492 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 J500 RCK, 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 33 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J500 RCK registered?

J500 RCK is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 5 March 1993.

Is J500 RCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J500 RCK shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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