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X551 XEO

2000 Mercedes-benz 220

Silver Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

106,984 mi
Last recorded106,984 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2012
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz 220115,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX551 XEO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2012 106,984 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 165,318 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 151,351 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 133,990 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 117,403 miles

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

nearside front fog light inoperative

oil around rear differential area

slight play offside front wheel bearing

slight scratching windscreen

Fail 11 Sep 2008 117,402 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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

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

nearside front fog light inoperative

oil around rear differential area

slight play offside front wheel bearing

slight scratching windscreen

Pass 16 Aug 2007 99,501 miles

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

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 85,724 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 85,664 miles

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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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X551 XEO is a 2000 Mercedes-benz 220 in Silver with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 X551 XEO, 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 X551 XEO?

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What year was X551 XEO registered?

X551 XEO is a 2000 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 20 September 2000.

Is X551 XEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for X551 XEO shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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