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252 BPP

1989 Mercedes-benz E

Green Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

56,048 mi
Last recorded56,048 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz E138,723 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration252 BPP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 56,048 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 55,680 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 55,327 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 54,810 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 May 2020 53,985 miles

left rear wheel binding slightly although brakes still meet statutory requirement

Fail 26 May 2020 53,985 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working light switch knob came off before fog lamp engaged (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

left rear wheel binding slightly although brakes still meet statutory requirement

Pass 16 Jun 2017 53,989 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 51,396 miles

offside front door check strap is inscure

prop shaft donut is badly worn

slight oil leak from steering box

Fail 11 Feb 2013 51,396 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

offside front door check strap is inscure

prop shaft donut is badly worn

slight oil leak from steering box

Pass 6 Sep 2011 49,702 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 May 2010 48,317 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 46,670 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 46,447 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 44,989 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 44,989 miles

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 17 Feb 2006 42,510 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz E?

Based on 4,722,746 MOT tests across 435,734 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
7,127
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
435,734
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 132,731
Brake pipe excessively corroded 57,433
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 41,321
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 39,376
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 37,959
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252 BPP is a 1989 Mercedes-benz E in Green with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 138,723 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz E fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 132,731 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 252 BPP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz E typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 37 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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252 BPP is a 1989 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 January 1989.

Is 252 BPP safe to buy?

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