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N45 KFA

1996 Mercedes-benz 220

Grey Petrol 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

148,502 mi
Last recorded148,502 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2007
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 22091,694 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN45 KFA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2007 148,502 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 138,281 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2006 138,281 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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N45 KFA is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 220 in Grey with a 2,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N45 KFA, 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 N45 KFA registered?

N45 KFA is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 20 May 1996.

Is N45 KFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N45 KFA shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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