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V79 NGA

1999 Mercedes-benz 220

Red Diesel 2150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

158,544 mi
Last recorded158,544 miles
Recorded on31 May 2017
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz 220117,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV79 NGA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,150cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2017 158,544 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 149,835 miles

Centre Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 144,644 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 143,542 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 143,464 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Mar 2013 137,782 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 137,782 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 126,205 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 124,133 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 119,085 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 113,341 miles

Offside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 1 Nov 2007 113,337 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 107,712 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)

os steering rack has slight wear

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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V79 NGA is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 220 in Red with a 2,150cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 V79 NGA, 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 V79 NGA registered?

V79 NGA is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 1 November 1999.

Is V79 NGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V79 NGA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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