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JDA 404K

1971 Mercedes-benz 220

White Petrol 2197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,964 mi
Last recorded24,964 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2018
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz 22061,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJDA 404K
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,197cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2018 24,964 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

service brake efficiency only just met it. would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Pass 15 Apr 2017 24,940 miles

Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush offside nearside (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jan 2016 24,739 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2014 24,732 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 24,732 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 24,761 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 24,731 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2012 24,731 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 May 2011 24,711 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 24,720 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 24,695 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 24,695 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

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

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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JDA 404K is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 220 in White with a 2,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 JDA 404K, 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

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What year was JDA 404K registered?

JDA 404K is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 23 August 1971.

Is JDA 404K safe to buy?

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