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A716 AEC

1983 Mercedes-benz E

Red Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

111,388 mi
Last recorded111,388 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2008
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz E129,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA716 AEC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2008 111,388 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 109,319 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2006 105,703 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2006 105,690 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

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

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

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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A716 AEC is a 1983 Mercedes-benz E in Red with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 A716 AEC, 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 A716 AEC registered?

A716 AEC is a 1983 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A716 AEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A716 AEC shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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