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A330 LWL

1983 Mercedes-benz E

Red Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

137,927 mi
Last recorded137,927 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2017
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz E129,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA330 LWL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2017 137,927 miles

Nearside Front bonnet hinge deteriorating

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded above subframe (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Nov 2017 137,915 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill/floor (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front bonnet hinge deteriorating

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded above subframe (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 137,879 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 135,958 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 135,948 miles

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

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Sep 2006 134,449 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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A330 LWL is a 1983 Mercedes-benz E in Red with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 A330 LWL, 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 A330 LWL registered?

A330 LWL is a 1983 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 12 October 1983.

Is A330 LWL safe to buy?

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