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KW53 BKO

2004 Mercedes-benz 220

Black Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2020
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

133,558 mi
Last recorded133,558 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2019
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz 220100,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW53 BKO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2019 133,558 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2019 133,555 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Pass 10 May 2018 133,100 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 127,607 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 127,607 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 5 Sep 2014 120,847 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

advise o/s/r tyre wearing low

Pass 5 Sep 2014 120,847 miles

advise o/s/r tyre wearing low

Pass 9 Aug 2013 116,083 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 110,264 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 110,264 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 102,920 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)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 92,254 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 92,254 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 84,042 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 74,481 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 65,767 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 65,767 miles

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

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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KW53 BKO is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 220 in Black with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 100,240 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 KW53 BKO, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KW53 BKO registered?

KW53 BKO is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 14 January 2004.

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