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KW52 EEM

2003 Mercedes-benz 220

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2024
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

187,275 mi
Last recorded187,275 miles
Recorded on16 May 2024
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz 22098,398 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW52 EEM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 May 2024 187,275 miles

Fuel pipe leaking next to tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 184,407 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 179,955 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (front) (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal tread limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Feb 2022 179,924 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (front) (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal tread limit (5.2.3 (e))

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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KW52 EEM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 220 in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 KW52 EEM, 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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What year was KW52 EEM registered?

KW52 EEM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 12 February 2003.

Is KW52 EEM safe to buy?

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