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LS55 VFY

2005 Mercedes-benz 220

Blue Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

139,777 mi
Last recorded139,777 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz 220101,884 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS55 VFY
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2023 139,777 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

wiper/indicator stalk loose / faulty

Pass 8 Feb 2022 137,652 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

wiper stalk operation delayed operation requires attention

Pass 5 Jan 2021 134,128 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

windscreen wiper stalk operation/delayed requires attention

Pass 13 Jun 2019 129,987 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2019 129,987 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2018 128,076 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2018 128,074 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 May 2017 122,216 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 122,214 miles

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres fitted to all steerable axle are not of the same structure (4.1.A.2c)

Pass 6 May 2016 115,148 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 115,144 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2016 114,196 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all x4 (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2015 106,801 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front tyres wearing edges

O/s/ wiper juddering but clearing screen

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

Oil leak

Fail 20 Feb 2015 106,801 miles

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

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front tyres wearing edges

O/s/ wiper juddering but clearing screen

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

Oil leak

Pass 24 Feb 2014 98,318 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2014 98,311 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 91,737 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 83,633 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Feb 2011 73,316 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2011 73,316 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2009 63,389 miles

offside mirror slightly insecure

Pass 28 Oct 2008 58,942 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

wear to brake discs.

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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LS55 VFY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz 220 in Blue with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 101,884 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 LS55 VFY, 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 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LS55 VFY registered?

LS55 VFY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 16 December 2005.

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