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KBY 143C

1992 Mercedes-benz 220

Red Petrol 2225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

164 mi
Last recorded164 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2023
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 220128,821 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBY 143C
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,225cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2023 164 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 50 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 80,820 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 80,614 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 78,999 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 78,896 miles

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

speedometer illumination dul

Pass 29 May 2013 78,595 miles

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

Rear Fuel hose slightly damaged (7.2.2)

Spedometer Illumination Dull

Fail 29 May 2013 78,595 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Fuel hose slightly damaged (7.2.2)

Spedometer Illumination Dull

Pass 7 Jun 2012 78,531 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 7 Jun 2012 78,531 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 26 May 2011 78,436 miles

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

Exhaust Emits Light Blue Smoke at Idle

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

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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

Fail 21 May 2011 78,427 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Exhaust Emits Light Blue Smoke at Idle

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

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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

Pass 25 May 2010 78,095 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2009 77,951 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 77,844 miles

engine slightly smokey.

Pass 27 Apr 2007 77,683 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 77,258 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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KBY 143C is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 220 in Red with a 2,225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 128,821 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 KBY 143C, 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 34 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 KBY 143C registered?

KBY 143C is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 7 April 1992.

Is KBY 143C safe to buy?

The MOT history for KBY 143C shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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