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C252 OBD

1986 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

69,073 mi
Last recorded69,073 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2013
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz E130,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC252 OBD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 10 Jun 2013 69,073 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 69,073 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 67,609 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 67,609 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 66,090 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 63,959 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 62,045 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 59,828 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 58,086 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 56,588 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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C252 OBD is a 1986 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 C252 OBD, 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 C252 OBD registered?

C252 OBD is a 1986 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C252 OBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C252 OBD shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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