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M161 AHJ

1994 Mercedes-benz 220

Red Petrol 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

149,223 mi
Last recorded149,223 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2023
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz 220132,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM161 AHJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2023 149,223 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 148,891 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 148,005 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 147,334 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 147,145 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 146,026 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 144,506 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 22 Jun 2016 144,506 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 143,354 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 141,649 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 137,128 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 136,191 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2010 130,149 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 127,025 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

change front wiper blade soon

rear shocks top rubber mounts slightly spliting

rear top suspension slightly rusty

Fail 30 Sep 2008 123,374 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 123,374 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 179,414 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2007 179,414 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2007 172,655 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 159,030 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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M161 AHJ is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 220 in Red with a 2,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 132,660 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 M161 AHJ, 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 32 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M161 AHJ registered?

M161 AHJ is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M161 AHJ safe to buy?

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