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SKX 993L

1973 Mercedes-benz 220

Red Petrol 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

47,666 mi
Last recorded47,666 miles
Recorded on19 May 2018
Typical for 1973 Mercedes-benz 22051,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKX 993L
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2018 47,666 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 47,576 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 46,139 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front tyres low on inner edges

nearside rear tyre just on wearbars

oil leak

Pass 27 Nov 2014 43,893 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)

Fail 27 Nov 2014 43,893 miles

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

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 4 Dec 2013 42,401 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Dec 2013 42,398 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 39,473 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 34,155 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 32,093 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2009 24,553 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 21,454 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 19,268 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2007 19,265 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Dec 2006 16,049 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

hbonet cable snapped (but can still open)

master cylinder damp but no leak found poss spilage

o/s washer poor

slight plat steering idler arm top bush

Pass 8 Dec 2005 9,773 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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SKX 993L is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 220 in Red with a 2,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SKX 993L, 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.

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What year was SKX 993L registered?

SKX 993L is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 19 March 1973.

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