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H587 JLC

1990 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

169,695 mi
Last recorded169,695 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2018
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz E138,298 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH587 JLC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2018 169,695 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2018 169,685 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2015 169,695 miles

Offside front tyre wearing on outer edge.

Fail 3 Dec 2015 169,685 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside front tyre wearing on outer edge.

Pass 4 Dec 2014 169,688 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Nov 2014 169,686 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

undertray insecure.

Pass 6 Nov 2013 169,685 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Nov 2013 169,685 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Nov 2012 168,685 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 168,685 miles

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Feb 2011

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 189,685 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 169,885 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 162,136 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 150,850 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2006 142,950 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

bumper insecure

oil leak

steering joint dust cover split/missing

Pass 4 Jun 2006 142,950 miles

bumper insecure

oil leak

steering joint dust cover split/missing

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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H587 JLC is a 1990 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 H587 JLC, 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 H587 JLC registered?

H587 JLC is a 1990 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 August 1990.

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