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J228 TFL

1992 Mercedes-benz E

White Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

117,691 mi
Last recorded117,691 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2005
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz E139,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ228 TFL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2005 117,691 miles

front number plate damaged

offside front door damaged

offside front inner track-rod end worn too max

offside mirror damaged restricting view

offside rear handbrake not working as well as nearside

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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J228 TFL is a 1992 Mercedes-benz E in White with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 J228 TFL, 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 J228 TFL registered?

J228 TFL is a 1992 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 24 April 1992.

Is J228 TFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J228 TFL shows 1 test 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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