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A238 KNB

1983 Mercedes-benz E

Red Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

106,844 mi
Last recorded106,844 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2024
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz E129,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA238 KNB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2024 106,844 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 106,523 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 106,192 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 105,901 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 105,814 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 105,445 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 104,637 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 102,959 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 101,381 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 5 Nov 2013 101,381 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 100,546 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 99,114 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 97,670 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 95,797 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 94,210 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 90,509 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 85,830 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2006 85,825 miles

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

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 19 Oct 2005 80,916 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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A238 KNB is a 1983 Mercedes-benz E in Red with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 A238 KNB, 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 A238 KNB registered?

A238 KNB is a 1983 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 11 November 1983.

Is A238 KNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A238 KNB shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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