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278 HLC

2021 Mercedes-benz E

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 2021 Mercedes-benz E34,910 mi
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Vehicle Details

Registration278 HLC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2021
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026
Pass 24 Aug 2006 40,319 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 16 May 2006 38,129 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 38,129 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

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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278 HLC is a 2021 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2021 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 34,910 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 E fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 132,731 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 278 HLC, 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 5 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 278 HLC registered?

278 HLC is a 2021 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 September 2021.

Is 278 HLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for 278 HLC shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 278 HLC have outstanding finance?

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