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A9 MUC

1989 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

473,342 mi
Last recorded473,342 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2012
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz E138,723 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 MUC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 19 Dec 2012 473,342 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Dec 2012 473,342 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Dec 2011 473,342 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2011 473,342 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 473,342 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 47,334 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 473,342 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2009 473,342 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 472,098 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2007 472,098 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 29 Nov 2006 471,204 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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A9 MUC is a 1989 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 A9 MUC, 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 A9 MUC registered?

A9 MUC is a 1989 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is A9 MUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 MUC shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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