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F28 WVG

1988 Mercedes-benz E

Green Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

111,352 mi
Last recorded111,352 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2010
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz E136,819 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF28 WVG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2010 111,352 miles

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

Fail 13 Oct 2006 111,094 miles

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

N/S/R tyre on 2.5 mm

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2006 111,094 miles

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

N/S/R tyre on 2.5 mm

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

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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F28 WVG is a 1988 Mercedes-benz E in Green with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 F28 WVG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F28 WVG registered?

F28 WVG is a 1988 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F28 WVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F28 WVG shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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