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Y683 VGC

2001 Mercedes-benz 220

Silver Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

122,690 mi
Last recorded122,690 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2008
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz 220111,224 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY683 VGC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2008 122,690 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 115,515 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jun 2006 108,370 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2006 108,365 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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Y683 VGC 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 Y683 VGC, 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 Y683 VGC registered?

Y683 VGC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 12 April 2001.

Is Y683 VGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y683 VGC 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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