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H986 FLE

1990 Mercedes-benz E

Grey Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,004 mi
Last recorded85,004 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz E138,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH986 FLE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2025 85,004 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 85,004 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 85,004 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 85,004 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 85,004 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 85,004 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 84,899 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 84,705 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 84,484 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 83,872 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 83,185 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 82,338 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 81,718 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 80,975 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 80,031 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 78,541 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 77,680 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 75,140 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 73,274 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 71,142 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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H986 FLE is a 1990 Mercedes-benz E in Grey with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 H986 FLE, 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 H986 FLE?

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What year was H986 FLE registered?

H986 FLE is a 1990 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 27 November 1990.

Is H986 FLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for H986 FLE shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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