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N428 VNT

1996 Mercedes-benz 220

Silver Petrol 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

131,463 mi
Last recorded131,463 miles
Recorded on22 May 2009
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 22091,694 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN428 VNT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2009 131,463 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 131,463 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 May 2008 118,435 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 108,170 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 98,750 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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N428 VNT is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 220 in Silver 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 N428 VNT, 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.

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What year was N428 VNT registered?

N428 VNT is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is N428 VNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N428 VNT 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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