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M348 ELD

1994 Mercedes-benz 220

Green Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

378,101 mi
Last recorded378,101 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2018
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz 220132,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM348 ELD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2018 378,101 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2018 378,101 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 361,457 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 341,882 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2016 341,882 miles

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 326,367 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 326,367 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 1 Sep 2014 315,387 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2014 315,387 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 296,446 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2012 286,615 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 274,216 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 259,440 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2009 243,489 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 226,081 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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M348 ELD is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 220 in Green with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 M348 ELD, 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 M348 ELD registered?

M348 ELD is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 31 December 1994.

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