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JMB 378

1960 Mercedes-benz 220

Cream Petrol 2195cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2016
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

81,886 mi
Last recorded81,886 miles
Recorded on20 May 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJMB 378
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1960
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,195cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2015 81,886 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 80,998 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 80,990 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2006 80,277 miles

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

slight scoring on windscreen

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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JMB 378 is a 1960 Mercedes-benz 220 in Cream with a 2,195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 JMB 378, 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 66 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of JMB 378?

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What year was JMB 378 registered?

JMB 378 is a 1960 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 11 May 1960.

Is JMB 378 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JMB 378 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JMB 378 have outstanding finance?

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