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C243 DYR

1986 Mercedes-benz E

Black Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

161,722 mi
Last recorded161,722 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2007
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz E130,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC243 DYR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2007 161,722 miles

corroding near both sides rear x member fixing points

corroding under bonnet on nearside flitch panel

offside front tyre worn on outer edges

Pass 8 Nov 2006 161,401 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2006 161,387 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Oct 2005 156,982 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

outer body sills corroded

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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C243 DYR is a 1986 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 C243 DYR, 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 C243 DYR registered?

C243 DYR is a 1986 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 27 May 1986.

Is C243 DYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C243 DYR shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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