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J218 GGK

1992 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

81,846 mi
Last recorded81,846 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2008
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz E139,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ218 GGK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2008 81,846 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2008 81,829 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2007 76,116 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 71,318 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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J218 GGK is a 1992 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 139,041 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 J218 GGK, 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 34 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 J218 GGK registered?

J218 GGK is a 1992 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J218 GGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J218 GGK shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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