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N387 CWP

1996 Mercedes-benz 220

Blue Petrol 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

157,941 mi
Last recorded157,941 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2009
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 22091,694 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN387 CWP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2009 157,941 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 157,747 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2008 157,747 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 156,572 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 153,200 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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N387 CWP is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 220 in Blue with a 2,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 91,694 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 N387 CWP, 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 30 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 N387 CWP registered?

N387 CWP is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 20 March 1996.

Is N387 CWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N387 CWP shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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