MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
127,433 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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n/s & o/s front tyres are worn on inside edge of tread
Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
n/s & o/s front tyres are worn on inside edge of tread
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz E?
Based on 4,722,746 MOT tests across 435,734 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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A179 VAB is a 1983 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 129,970 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 A179 VAB, 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 43 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was A179 VAB registered?
A179 VAB is a 1983 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 21 September 1983.
Is A179 VAB safe to buy?
The MOT history for A179 VAB shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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