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WOT 449H

1971 Mercedes-benz 220

White Petrol 2197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

86,282 mi
Last recorded86,282 miles
Recorded on8 May 2010
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz 22061,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWOT 449H
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,197cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2010 86,282 miles

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

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Fail 8 May 2010 86,282 miles

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

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

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Fail 22 May 2009 83,687 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 May 2009 83,687 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 82,964 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 14 Mar 2006 82,091 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

bodywork has old repairs which are not holed but rusty and would benefit from further work

Pass 14 Mar 2006 82,091 miles

bodywork has old repairs which are not holed but rusty and would benefit from further work

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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WOT 449H is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 220 in White with a 2,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 61,772 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 WOT 449H, 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 55 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 WOT 449H registered?

WOT 449H is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 4 August 1971.

Is WOT 449H safe to buy?

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