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E222 MBX

1988 Mercedes-benz E

Gold Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

179,506 mi
Last recorded179,506 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2006
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz E136,819 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE222 MBX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1988
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2006 179,506 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 179,506 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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E222 MBX is a 1988 Mercedes-benz E in Gold with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 136,819 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E222 MBX, 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 38 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 E222 MBX registered?

E222 MBX is a 1988 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E222 MBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E222 MBX shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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