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MRK 519L

1973 Mercedes-benz 220

Red Petrol 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

93,928 mi
Last recorded93,928 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2017
Typical for 1973 Mercedes-benz 22051,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRK 519L
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2017 93,928 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 93,918 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 93,733 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 93,322 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 92,696 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 92,696 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 92,091 miles

Battery insecure

Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 91,772 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2009 91,169 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 91,166 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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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MRK 519L is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 220 in Red with a 2,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1973 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 51,317 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 MRK 519L, 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 53 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MRK 519L registered?

MRK 519L is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 18 January 1973.

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