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NL04 NXV

2004 Mercedes-benz 220

Silver Petrol 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

66,970 mi
Last recorded66,970 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz 220100,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL04 NXV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 66,970 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2024 64,747 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Dec 2024 64,747 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 62,061 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

plastic under trays covering most of underbody

Pass 14 Dec 2022 58,359 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 55,887 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 48,986 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 39,994 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Jun 2019 39,993 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 31,751 miles

Front brake disc repaired, but not inappropriately (3.5.1n)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 31,651 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 30,830 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 29,942 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 28,866 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 27,621 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 25,652 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 24,156 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 23,087 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 22,165 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 19,741 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 19,409 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 16,824 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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NL04 NXV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 220 in Silver with a 2,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 100,240 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 NL04 NXV, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NL04 NXV registered?

NL04 NXV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 16 March 2004.

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The MOT history for NL04 NXV shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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