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W731 LAU

2000 Mercedes-benz 220

Silver Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,662 mi
Last recorded85,662 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2007
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz 220115,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW731 LAU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2007 85,662 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 63,186 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2006 63,186 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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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W731 LAU is a 2000 Mercedes-benz 220 in Silver with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 115,311 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 W731 LAU, 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 26 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W731 LAU?

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What year was W731 LAU registered?

W731 LAU is a 2000 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 13 March 2000.

Is W731 LAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W731 LAU 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.

Does W731 LAU have outstanding finance?

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