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H971 AKL

1990 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

112,772 mi
Last recorded112,772 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2023
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz E138,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH971 AKL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2023 112,772 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 112,560 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 112,504 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2020 112,504 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2013 112,172 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 102,333 miles
Fail 5 May 2012 102,316 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 101,229 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2010 101,229 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 99,519 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 97,773 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 25 Jul 2008 97,773 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Steering component damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 95,293 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 93,042 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2005 91,249 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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H971 AKL is a 1990 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 H971 AKL, 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

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What year was H971 AKL registered?

H971 AKL is a 1990 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 August 1990.

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