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A987 YAK

1984 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

135,766 mi
Last recorded135,766 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2023
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz E136,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA987 YAK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Fail 10 Nov 2023 135,766 miles

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

Front Prop shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened offside rear inner wheel arch lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure and rubbing on prop shaft (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated wrong bolts fitted to rear (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Nearside Intermediate drop arm modified such that the steering is adversely affected steering idler ex play (2.1.3 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 5 Oct 2022 133,591 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 132,379 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 132,227 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 132,001 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 131,400 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 130,787 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 130,205 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 129,041 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 127,398 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 126,482 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 125,587 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 124,810 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 124,806 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2010 123,725 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 122,617 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 120,963 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 118,399 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 116,279 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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A987 YAK is a 1984 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 A987 YAK, 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 A987 YAK registered?

A987 YAK is a 1984 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 January 1984.

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