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A602 LJT

1984 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

134,917 mi
Last recorded134,917 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz E136,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA602 LJT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 134,917 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2024 133,167 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 132,976 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2023 132,975 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 19 May 2023 132,973 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 131,835 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2018 131,811 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 131,450 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 131,108 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 131,102 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 130,979 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 130,048 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 128,731 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 128,731 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 128,381 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 127,206 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 127,206 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 125,490 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 125,490 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Jul 2007 123,762 miles

Centre Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 123,762 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Aug 2006 121,207 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Aug 2006 121,207 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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A602 LJT is a 1984 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 1984 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 136,026 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 A602 LJT, 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 42 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 A602 LJT registered?

A602 LJT is a 1984 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A602 LJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A602 LJT shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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