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FVL 593X

1982 Mercedes-benz E

Red Diesel 2971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

86,697 mi
Last recorded86,697 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2023
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz E124,559 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVL 593X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,971cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2023 86,697 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 84,788 miles

EMMISSION TOOK A LITTLE TIME TO FALL IN LINE

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2021 80,884 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2020 71,345 miles

VERY SLIGHT OIL LEAK THIS IS ONE OF THE CLEANEST CAR I HAVE SEEN IN A LONG TIME

Pass 30 Jan 2019 65,299 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jan 2019 65,299 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 66,070 miles

Rear fuel pipes perished

slight play in steering

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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FVL 593X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz E in Red with a 2,971cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 124,559 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 FVL 593X, 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 44 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 FVL 593X registered?

FVL 593X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is FVL 593X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVL 593X shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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