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WWE 258L

1973 Mercedes-benz 220

Green Petrol 2197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2023
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

92,190 mi
Last recorded92,190 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2022
Typical for 1973 Mercedes-benz 22051,317 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWWE 258L
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,197cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2022 92,190 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 44,731 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2021 44,729 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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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WWE 258L is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 220 in Green with a 2,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1973 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 51,317 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 WWE 258L, 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 53 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WWE 258L?

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What year was WWE 258L registered?

WWE 258L is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 31 December 1973.

Is WWE 258L safe to buy?

The MOT history for WWE 258L shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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