CarVerify

Free Car Check

G478 FVW

1990 Mercedes-benz E

Red Petrol 2299cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,559 mi
Last recorded60,559 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2008
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz E138,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationG478 FVW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

3 pass
Pass 7 Oct 2008 60,559 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 59,202 miles

engine running rough

nearside rear tyre has 2mm tread wearing on outer edges

Pass 7 Sep 2006 57,379 miles

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
Full Mercedes-benz E reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

G478 FVW is a 1990 Mercedes-benz E in Red with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 G478 FVW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G478 FVW?

You can check the full history of G478 FVW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was G478 FVW registered?

G478 FVW is a 1990 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 May 1990.

Is G478 FVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G478 FVW shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G478 FVW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on G478 FVW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.