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C886 ERH

1986 Mercedes-benz E

Black Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

94,059 mi
Last recorded94,059 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2019
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz E130,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC886 ERH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2019 94,059 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 93,570 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 92,082 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded too rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 92,042 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded too rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 91,446 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2015 90,721 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 90,061 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 89,174 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 88,360 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 87,183 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2010 85,729 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 85,729 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 83,154 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 82,053 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 31 Jan 2007 80,694 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 78,230 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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C886 ERH is a 1986 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 C886 ERH, 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 C886 ERH registered?

C886 ERH is a 1986 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 14 March 1986.

Is C886 ERH safe to buy?

The MOT history for C886 ERH shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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