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V479 HGA

1999 Mercedes-benz 220

Black Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2017
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

125,676 mi
Last recorded125,676 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2016
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz 220117,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV479 HGA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2016 125,676 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak rear diff ()

Pass 25 Jun 2015 122,286 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jun 2014 118,467 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear subframe slightly corroded.

Pass 25 Jun 2013 113,770 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 108,181 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 102,386 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 96,395 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 90,453 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 85,106 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 78,415 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 72,567 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2005 65,019 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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V479 HGA is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 220 in Black with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 V479 HGA, 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 V479 HGA registered?

V479 HGA is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 4 October 1999.

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