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HNF 229Y

1982 Mercedes-benz E

Green Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

252,829 mi
Last recorded252,829 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2005
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz E124,559 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNF 229Y
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 26 Sep 2005 252,829 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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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HNF 229Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz E in Green with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 124,559 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 HNF 229Y, 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 44 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 HNF 229Y registered?

HNF 229Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 January 1982.

Is HNF 229Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HNF 229Y shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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