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G788 SGW

1990 Mercedes-benz E

Black Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

80,769 mi
Last recorded80,769 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2024
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz E138,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG788 SGW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2024 80,769 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 80,439 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Jan 2023 80,439 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 80,210 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2020 80,192 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Feb 2020 80,192 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 79,797 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 77,933 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 76,583 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 75,114 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 73,571 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 71,306 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 69,379 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 67,811 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 65,829 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 64,498 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 63,851 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 62,554 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 59,837 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
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G788 SGW is a 1990 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 G788 SGW, 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 G788 SGW registered?

G788 SGW is a 1990 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 May 1990.

Is G788 SGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G788 SGW shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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