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T168 VVW

1999 Mercedes-benz 220

Green Diesel 220cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2010
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

123,554 mi
Last recorded123,554 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2009
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz 220117,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT168 VVW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine220cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2009 123,554 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 3 Jun 2008 102,912 miles

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

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

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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

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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T168 VVW is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 220 in Green with a 220cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 117,681 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 T168 VVW, 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 27 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 T168 VVW registered?

T168 VVW is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 14 December 1999.

Is T168 VVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T168 VVW shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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