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NPU 955J

1971 Mercedes-benz 220

Red Diesel 2197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

85,381 mi
Last recorded85,381 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2021
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz 22061,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPU 955J
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,197cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2021 85,381 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2021 85,377 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 85,312 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 85,237 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2018 85,237 miles

Nearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 85,195 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2017 85,195 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 84,096 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded outer sill (2.4.G.1)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 82,935 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wing (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 79,162 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 73,529 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 69,301 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 69,301 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 66,646 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 66,626 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 65,683 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 64,313 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 64,131 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 61,532 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 57,517 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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NPU 955J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 220 in Red with a 2,197cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 61,772 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 NPU 955J, 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 55 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 NPU 955J registered?

NPU 955J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 10 June 1971.

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