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RSR 342

2009 Mercedes-benz 220

Grey Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

34,916 mi
Last recorded34,916 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz 22079,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRSR 342
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 34,916 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 34,586 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 33,812 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 33,309 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 32,674 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 31,842 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 31,399 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 30,457 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 29,292 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 28,050 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 26,672 miles

offside front tyre perishing

Pass 25 Mar 2015 25,565 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear reg plate becoming insecure

Pass 26 Mar 2014 24,362 miles

nearside rear tyre just starting to crack and wear on outer edges

Fail 26 Mar 2014 24,362 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

nearside rear tyre just starting to crack and wear on outer edges

Pass 8 Mar 2013 22,376 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 20,671 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 20,671 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

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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RSR 342 is a 2009 Mercedes-benz 220 in Grey with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 79,402 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 RSR 342, 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 17 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 RSR 342 registered?

RSR 342 is a 2009 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is RSR 342 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RSR 342 shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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