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J225 FWV

1992 Mercedes-benz E

White Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

190,500 mi
Last recorded190,500 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2012
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz E139,041 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ225 FWV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 25 Sep 2012 190,500 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 188,620 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

suspension pipes at offside rear slightly damp but not leaking

Pass 24 Sep 2010 183,656 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 178,676 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2008 170,227 miles

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

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

rear differential unit leaking

Pass 19 Mar 2007 163,195 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Mar 2006 156,508 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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J225 FWV is a 1992 Mercedes-benz E in White with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J225 FWV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J225 FWV registered?

J225 FWV is a 1992 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 8 January 1992.

Is J225 FWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J225 FWV shows 7 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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