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RVN 867

1973 Mercedes-benz 220

Blue Petrol 2197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

50,105 mi
Last recorded50,105 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2018
Typical for 1973 Mercedes-benz 22051,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVN 867
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,197cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2018 50,105 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 50,062 miles

All tyre sidewalls starting to crack

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Inner Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 17 Feb 2017 50,062 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

All tyre sidewalls starting to crack

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Inner Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 49,835 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 49,154 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 49,152 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 49,150 miles

all tyres have perishing to side walls and tread

Pass 10 Mar 2009 49,140 miles

C/O LEVEL HIGH

H/C LEVEL HIGH

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 4 Mar 2008 49,137 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

all four tyres perishing

Pass 16 Mar 2007 49,130 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 6 Mar 2007 49,129 miles

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2006 49,110 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

engine idle speed close to limits

headlamp beam deflectors fitted at time of test

oil leaking from differential

oil leaking from engine sump area

parking brake slow to release after applying

rear axle centre mount worn

rear brakes high imbalance,not decreasing at about the same rate

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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RVN 867 is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 220 in Blue with a 2,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1973 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 51,317 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 RVN 867, 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 53 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 RVN 867 registered?

RVN 867 is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 18 May 1973.

Is RVN 867 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVN 867 shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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