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V144 KGH

1999 Mercedes-benz 220

Black Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

129,353 mi
Last recorded129,353 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2006
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz 220117,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV144 KGH
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2006 129,353 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2006 129,322 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake discs worn

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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V144 KGH is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 220 in Black with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 V144 KGH, 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 V144 KGH registered?

V144 KGH is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V144 KGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for V144 KGH shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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