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PN03 PDY

2003 Mercedes-benz 220

Black Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

134,650 mi
Last recorded134,650 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2011
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz 22098,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN03 PDY
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2011 134,650 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 134,650 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 117,733 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 117,733 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 97,820 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 74,287 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 53,473 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 53,473 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 25,973 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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PN03 PDY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 220 in Black with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 98,398 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 PN03 PDY, 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 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PN03 PDY registered?

PN03 PDY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 7 April 2003.

Is PN03 PDY safe to buy?

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