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A8 KUN

1986 Mercedes-benz E

Gold Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

67,507 mi
Last recorded67,507 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2012
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz E130,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 KUN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1986
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2012 67,507 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012 67,507 miles

Nearside Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jun 2011 67,399 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 67,312 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 67,089 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 67,089 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jun 2006 66,814 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 KUN is a 1986 Mercedes-benz E in Gold with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 130,446 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 A8 KUN, 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 40 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 KUN registered?

A8 KUN is a 1986 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 20 August 1986.

Is A8 KUN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 KUN shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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