MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
99,494 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rears (3.6.B.4d)
Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front subframe n/s rear most (2.4.G.2)
Battery insecure (1.9.1)
Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz E?
Based on 4,722,746 MOT tests across 435,734 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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EHJ 862P is a 1976 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1976 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 48,422 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 EHJ 862P, 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 50 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 EHJ 862P registered?
EHJ 862P is a 1976 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 31 December 1976.
Is EHJ 862P safe to buy?
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Does EHJ 862P have outstanding finance?
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