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Y897 KFB

2001 Mercedes-benz 220

Silver Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz 220111,224 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY897 KFB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2009
Fail 14 Sep 2009

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 108,602 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 May 2007 84,538 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 67,469 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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Y897 KFB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz 220 in Silver with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y897 KFB, 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 Y897 KFB registered?

Y897 KFB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 18 June 2001.

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