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BVU 871Y

1982 Mercedes-benz E

Brown Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

94,670 mi
Last recorded94,670 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2022
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz E124,559 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVU 871Y
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1982
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2022 94,670 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 94,606 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive under the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 94,398 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive enigine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 93,979 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2019 93,979 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working LOOSE CON (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative LOOSE CON (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2018 93,450 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 93,168 miles

o/s/f outer sill has corrosion in unprescribed area

wind screen washers weak

Pass 6 Jan 2016 92,810 miles

slight bind on all four wheels

Pass 5 Jan 2015 92,475 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2015 92,475 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jan 2014 92,084 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 91,705 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 91,258 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 90,777 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 89,782 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 88,546 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 88,053 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 88,284 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2007 88,284 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Jan 2006 88,215 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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BVU 871Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz E in Brown with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 BVU 871Y, 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 BVU 871Y registered?

BVU 871Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 2 November 1982.

Is BVU 871Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BVU 871Y shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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