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KM53 YZV

2003 Mercedes-benz 220

Blue Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

191,399 mi
Last recorded191,399 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz 22098,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM53 YZV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2016 191,399 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 22 Mar 2016 190,985 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake caliper locking device missing spring clip (3.5.1l)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 185,356 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

corrosion starting on offside rear metal brake pipe joining flexi hose

nearside rear tyre has gouge in outer wall

slight lift in nearside front bottom ball joint

some damage to nearside side repeater lens

Pass 19 Mar 2014 174,492 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

corrosion starting on nearside and offside rear metal brake pipes adjoining flexi hoses

nearside rear tyre has gouge in inner wall

plastic covers on bodysills prevent a thorough examination

Pass 27 Mar 2013 159,144 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

plastic covers on bodysills prevent a thorough examination

Fail 21 Mar 2013 158,853 miles

Trailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

damage to offside side repeaters outer lens

plastic covers on bodysills prevent a thorough examination

Pass 27 Mar 2012 142,804 miles

Some corrosion starting on offside rear metal brake pipe.

Some insecurity in mounting of 7 pin trailer socket.

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Mar 2012 141,807 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Some corrosion starting on offside rear metal brake pipe.

Some insecurity in mounting of 7 pin trailer socket.

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 122,155 miles

corrosion starting on offside rear metal brake pipe adjoining flexi pipe

plastic covers on bodysills prevent a thorough examination

Fail 24 Mar 2011 122,129 miles

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

corrosion starting on offside rear metal brake pipe adjoining flexi pipe

plastic covers on bodysills prevent a thorough examination

Pass 14 Dec 2009 98,776 miles

plastic covers on bodysills prevent a thorough examination

Fail 11 Dec 2009 98,468 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

plastic covers on bodysills prevent a thorough examination

Pass 18 Sep 2008 79,207 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 68,124 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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KM53 YZV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 220 in Blue with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 98,398 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 KM53 YZV, 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 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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KM53 YZV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 14 November 2003.

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