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HY12 ECD

2012 Mercedes-benz 220

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

136,142 mi
Last recorded136,142 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz 22082,505 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY12 ECD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 136,142 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2024 118,863 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 103,322 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 96,108 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2022 96,108 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 90,191 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Oct 2021 90,191 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 81,054 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 71,022 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 52,820 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under trays on

Pass 16 Oct 2017 45,717 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 38,050 miles

Offside Front nail

Pass 27 Oct 2015 31,389 miles

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

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

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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HY12 ECD is a 2012 Mercedes-benz 220 in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 82,505 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 HY12 ECD, 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 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HY12 ECD registered?

HY12 ECD is a 2012 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 30 June 2012.

Is HY12 ECD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY12 ECD shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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