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C138 KTM

1986 Mercedes-benz E

Red Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2011
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,231 mi
Last recorded86,231 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2010
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz E130,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC138 KTM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 30 Sep 2010 86,231 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 82,931 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 81,005 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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C138 KTM is a 1986 Mercedes-benz E in Red with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 130,446 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 C138 KTM, 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 40 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 C138 KTM registered?

C138 KTM is a 1986 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 12 March 1986.

Is C138 KTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C138 KTM shows 3 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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