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WLK 88

1996 Mercedes-benz 220

Blue Petrol 2195cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,943 mi
Last recorded81,943 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2013
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 22091,694 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWLK 88
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,195cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2013 81,943 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 80,006 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 79,046 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 76,279 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 75,313 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 74,118 miles

slight play right hand kingpin bush

slight stiffness rh track balljoint (inner)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 73,828 miles

centre drag link LH ball joint slight play

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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WLK 88 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 220 in Blue with a 2,195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 91,694 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 WLK 88, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WLK 88 registered?

WLK 88 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 8 February 1996.

Is WLK 88 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WLK 88 shows 7 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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