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A207 FLY

1983 Mercedes-benz E

White Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

138,139 mi
Last recorded138,139 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz E129,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA207 FLY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 138,139 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 138,089 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 137,687 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 137,600 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 137,561 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 137,534 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 137,233 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 136,578 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 136,570 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

nsf tyre cracks on tread

nsr tyre cracks on outer wall

osf tyre cracks on outer wall

Pass 28 Sep 2011 136,567 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 23 Sep 2011 136,567 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 135,750 miles

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

both rear tyres small cracks appearing on outer wall near tread

osf tyre small cracks on outer wall near tread

Fail 16 Aug 2010 135,750 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

both rear tyres small cracks appearing on outer wall near tread

osf tyre small cracks on outer wall near tread

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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A207 FLY is a 1983 Mercedes-benz E in White with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 A207 FLY, 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 A207 FLY registered?

A207 FLY is a 1983 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 6 September 1983.

Is A207 FLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A207 FLY shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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