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PO53 TZH

2003 Mercedes-benz 220

Silver Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2022
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

83,553 mi
Last recorded83,553 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz 22098,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO53 TZH
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2021 83,553 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 3 Aug 2021 83,550 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2020 76,806 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2020 76,806 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 59,572 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front inner suspension arm bushes has slight play but not excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Mar 2019 59,561 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn caster arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring worn so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

esp on

Pass 6 Sep 2017 54,821 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 54,821 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 52,488 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 50,952 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2015 50,952 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 48,411 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2014 48,411 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 45,101 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 45,101 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 40,601 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 28 Aug 2012 40,601 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2011 37,402 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 32,982 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 29,046 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 23,603 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 18,614 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2006 14,467 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
Full Mercedes-benz 220 reliability report

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PO53 TZH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 220 in Silver with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 PO53 TZH, 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 PO53 TZH registered?

PO53 TZH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 5 September 2003.

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