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KY56 BBJ

2006 Mercedes-benz 220

Red Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

194,468 mi
Last recorded194,468 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz 22096,407 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY56 BBJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2022 194,468 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 17 Jun 2022 194,468 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2021 185,428 miles

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 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2020 183,732 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 181,111 miles

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 173,834 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 169,983 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 167,396 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 159,886 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2015 159,886 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 22 Dec 2014 158,938 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2013 149,719 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 127,927 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 111,816 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 96,806 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2010 96,804 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2009 74,089 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 2 Sep 2009 74,089 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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KY56 BBJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz 220 in Red with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 96,407 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 KY56 BBJ, 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 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KY56 BBJ registered?

KY56 BBJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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