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C238 DYK

1986 Mercedes-benz E

White Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,362 mi
Last recorded40,362 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2009
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz E130,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC238 DYK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2009 40,362 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2009 40,362 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 39,853 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 39,501 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 39,167 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2005 37,637 miles

nail on nearside rear tyre

propshaft defective

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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C238 DYK is a 1986 Mercedes-benz E in White with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 C238 DYK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C238 DYK registered?

C238 DYK is a 1986 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 13 May 1986.

Is C238 DYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C238 DYK shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C238 DYK have outstanding finance?

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