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J55 MKY

2016 Mercedes-benz 220

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

128,278 mi
Last recorded128,278 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz 22058,899 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ55 MKY
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 128,278 miles

front and rear tyres worn edges

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

Pass 22 Sep 2025 39,881 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 112,506 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 37,018 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 106,963 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2024 106,963 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 35,361 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Front discs worn thin and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and splitting inner sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake efficiency only just met requirements

Pass 17 Feb 2023 97,138 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Fail 15 Feb 2023 97,094 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2022 32,776 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front discs heavily lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 84,721 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2022 84,721 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 29,997 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2021 74,001 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 26,780 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2020 66,030 miles

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Small Stone Chips in Screen

Pass 18 Apr 2019 17,983 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 31,586 miles

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

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

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

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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J55 MKY is a 2016 Mercedes-benz 220 in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 58,899 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 J55 MKY, 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 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was J55 MKY registered?

J55 MKY is a 2016 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 24 May 2016.

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