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GBD 198B

1964 Mercedes-benz 220

Red Petrol 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2017
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

82,034 mi
Last recorded82,034 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2016
Typical for 1964 Mercedes-benz 22059,618 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBD 198B
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1964
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2016 82,034 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

boot floor corroded

oil leak

Fail 12 Sep 2016 82,032 miles

Electrical wiring insecure horn wires (1.9.2a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Ball joint has excessive play to steering box to idler (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

boot floor corroded

oil leak

Pass 21 Nov 2014 81,477 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 20 Nov 2014 81,477 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 81,328 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 3 Sep 2013 81,328 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 31 Oct 2005 81,053 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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GBD 198B is a 1964 Mercedes-benz 220 in Red with a 2,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1964 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 59,618 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 GBD 198B, 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 62 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GBD 198B registered?

GBD 198B is a 1964 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 30 December 1964.

Is GBD 198B safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBD 198B shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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