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BLY 887Y

1982 Mercedes-benz E

Grey Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,998 mi
Last recorded98,998 miles
Recorded on3 May 2016
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz E124,559 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLY 887Y
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1982
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 3 May 2016 98,998 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 96,879 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 95,295 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

both rear tyres old and cracked

fuel pipes corroded

o/s rear brake binding

Pass 8 Nov 2012 93,870 miles

insulation tap on o/s/f brake hose

Pass 3 Nov 2011 93,180 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 92,832 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 91,511 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 91,074 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 90,680 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 88,680 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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BLY 887Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz E in Grey with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 124,559 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 BLY 887Y, 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 44 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BLY 887Y registered?

BLY 887Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 November 1982.

Is BLY 887Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BLY 887Y shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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