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S429 TVW

1997 Mercedes-benz 220

Blue Petrol 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

123,389 mi
Last recorded123,389 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2007
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 220100,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS429 TVW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,199cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2007 123,389 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

various chassis, subframes and body corroded but not excessively

water leak from washer bottle

Fail 24 Nov 2007 123,296 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

various chassis, subframes and body corroded but not excessively

water leak from washer bottle

Pass 16 Nov 2006 116,931 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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S429 TVW is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 220 in Blue with a 2,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 100,828 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 S429 TVW, 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 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S429 TVW registered?

S429 TVW is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is S429 TVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S429 TVW shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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