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C688 PHG

1986 Mercedes-benz E

Red Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

175,057 mi
Last recorded175,057 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2011
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz E130,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC688 PHG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2011 175,057 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

all 4 rear drive shaft rubber boots cracking

both n/s/f fuel pipe rubber joint cracking please keep checked

o/s wiper blade split

Pass 8 Apr 2010 173,025 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

n/s and o/s wipers just up to mot std

Pass 25 Mar 2008 171,230 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 169,462 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 164,925 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2006 164,919 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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C688 PHG is a 1986 Mercedes-benz E in Red 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 C688 PHG, 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 C688 PHG registered?

C688 PHG is a 1986 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C688 PHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for C688 PHG 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.

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