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Y289 OLK

2001 Mercedes-benz 220

Silver Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

195,391 mi
Last recorded195,391 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2007
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz 220111,224 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY289 OLK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2007 195,391 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

n/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 10 Oct 2007 195,296 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

n/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 23 Oct 2006 184,185 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 160,967 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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Y289 OLK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz 220 in Silver with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 111,224 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 Y289 OLK, 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 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y289 OLK registered?

Y289 OLK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 13 August 2001.

Is Y289 OLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y289 OLK shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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