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G452 VWD

1990 Mercedes-benz E

Black Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

156,306 mi
Last recorded156,306 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2012
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz E138,298 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG452 VWD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2012 156,306 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 155,501 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 155,501 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 154,469 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 154,469 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

noise on front wheels (not bearing

slight imbalance on rear

Pass 9 Jun 2008 152,461 miles

slight play in front strut top mounts

Pass 15 Jun 2007 149,883 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake hose ferrules are corroded

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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G452 VWD is a 1990 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 138,298 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 G452 VWD, 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 36 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 G452 VWD registered?

G452 VWD is a 1990 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G452 VWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G452 VWD shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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