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B122 WEW

1984 Mercedes-benz E

Red Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

435,100 mi
Last recorded435,100 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2008
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz E136,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB122 WEW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2008 435,100 miles

(5) Rear metal fuels pipes corroded.

(6) Both front inner wings corroded slightly.

(6) Nearside rear and offside front tyres worn close to limit.

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 12 Feb 2007 430,652 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2007 430,652 miles

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

(5) Rear anti roll bar link arms worn close to limit.

(5) Steering box freeplay close to limit.

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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B122 WEW is a 1984 Mercedes-benz E in Red with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 B122 WEW, 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 B122 WEW registered?

B122 WEW is a 1984 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is B122 WEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B122 WEW shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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