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WWK 7J

1971 Mercedes-benz 220

Green Diesel 2196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,991 mi
Last recorded13,991 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2021
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz 22061,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWWK 7J
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,196cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2021 13,991 miles

Nearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above exhaust (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2015 13,727 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2015 13,727 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 13,616 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 13,328 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 13,328 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 13,147 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 13,090 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 12,581 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 12,354 miles

front brakes binding slightly

Pass 28 Mar 2008 112,056 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 17 Aug 2006 11,513 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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WWK 7J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 220 in Green with a 2,196cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 WWK 7J, 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 WWK 7J registered?

WWK 7J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is WWK 7J safe to buy?

The MOT history for WWK 7J shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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