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KPE 581C

1965 Mercedes-benz 220

Silver Petrol 2195cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

39,517 mi
Last recorded39,517 miles
Recorded on17 May 2019
Typical for 1965 Mercedes-benz 22049,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPE 581C
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1965
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,195cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2019 39,517 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive central floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2018 38,822 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 36,933 miles

Minor oil leaks

Pass 14 Mar 2016 35,769 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 34,942 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Fail 25 Mar 2015 34,934 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 31 May 2014 34,384 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

various minor oil leaks

Pass 24 May 2013 34,145 miles

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

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Oil leak

Fail 22 May 2013 34,138 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Oil leak

Pass 28 May 2012 33,638 miles

nsr foot & hand brakes slight low slight smoke

Pass 16 May 2011 32,815 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 31,300 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 29,662 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 28,981 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 27,816 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 25,438 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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KPE 581C is a 1965 Mercedes-benz 220 in Silver with a 2,195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1965 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 49,212 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 KPE 581C, 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 61 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 KPE 581C registered?

KPE 581C is a 1965 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 1 November 1965.

Is KPE 581C safe to buy?

The MOT history for KPE 581C shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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