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NSL 626

1956 Mercedes-benz 220

Blue Petrol 2195cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

59,616 mi
Last recorded59,616 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNSL 626
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1956
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,195cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2013 59,616 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Fail 11 Jul 2013 59,616 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 59,035 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 57,659 miles

Battery insecure

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 16 May 2011 57,659 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Battery insecure

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 57,112 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

steering idler has play

Pass 21 Apr 2009 56,649 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 56,481 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 56,288 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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NSL 626 is a 1956 Mercedes-benz 220 in Blue with a 2,195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 NSL 626, 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 70 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NSL 626?

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What year was NSL 626 registered?

NSL 626 is a 1956 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 1 January 1956.

Is NSL 626 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NSL 626 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NSL 626 have outstanding finance?

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