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F116 OVU

1989 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

186,059 mi
Last recorded186,059 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2009
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz E138,723 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF116 OVU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2009 186,059 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 186,059 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 178,855 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 175,514 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 175,514 miles

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

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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F116 OVU is a 1989 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 138,723 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 F116 OVU, 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 37 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F116 OVU?

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What year was F116 OVU registered?

F116 OVU is a 1989 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 9 June 1989.

Is F116 OVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F116 OVU shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F116 OVU have outstanding finance?

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