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A321 LWU

1983 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

138,201 mi
Last recorded138,201 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2009
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz E129,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA321 LWU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2009 138,201 miles

front and rear suspension bushes worn

Fail 3 Mar 2009 138,200 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

front and rear suspension bushes worn

Fail 26 Feb 2009 138,035 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Intermediate drop arm damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Jan 2008 136,611 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 135,303 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 135,303 miles

Centre Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Feb 2006 134,270 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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A321 LWU is a 1983 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 A321 LWU, 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 A321 LWU registered?

A321 LWU is a 1983 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 September 1983.

Is A321 LWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A321 LWU shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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