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A878 LEA

1984 Mercedes-benz E

Green Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

89,656 mi
Last recorded89,656 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2017
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz E136,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA878 LEA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1984
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2017 89,656 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2017 89,656 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 89,514 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 89,282 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 88,974 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2012 86,752 miles

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

front brake pipes corroded

Pass 9 Dec 2011 85,072 miles

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

neearside front wiper starting to split

steering pump may be starting to leak

Pass 26 Nov 2010 80,197 miles

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

front brake pipes slighly rusting

near side rear inner drive shaft gaitor leaking grease

Pass 8 Dec 2009 73,146 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 73,146 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

exhaust blowing

Pass 10 Dec 2008 67,177 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2007 66,496 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 66,496 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 62,521 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 62,521 miles

Centre Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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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A878 LEA is a 1984 Mercedes-benz E in Green with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 A878 LEA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A878 LEA registered?

A878 LEA is a 1984 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A878 LEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A878 LEA shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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