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YAS 355

1982 Mercedes-benz 220

Black Petrol 2195cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

88,020 mi
Last recorded88,020 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAS 355
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,195cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2013 88,020 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 88,015 miles

Freeplay throughout steering linkage.

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Temporary repair to offside rear axle gaitor

body shell corroded around box sections

Fail 13 Jul 2006 38,014 miles

Steering column flexible coupling is excessively deteriorated (2.1.5)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Body shell corroded at underside along box sections.

Freeplay in steering system.

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

offside rear axle gaitor leaking (temp. repair with sealant)

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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YAS 355 is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 220 in Black with a 2,195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YAS 355, 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 44 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 YAS 355 registered?

YAS 355 is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 10 November 1982.

Is YAS 355 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAS 355 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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