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A8 BFA

1989 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2009
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

113,262 mi
Last recorded113,262 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2008
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz E138,723 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 BFA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2008 113,262 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2008 113,262 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 8 Oct 2008 112,678 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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)

Offside Front Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Sep 2007 103,054 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 103,053 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2006 200,836 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 200,821 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2005 190,893 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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A8 BFA is a 1989 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 138,723 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 A8 BFA, 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 37 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 A8 BFA registered?

A8 BFA is a 1989 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is A8 BFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 BFA shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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