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J252 DUV

1992 Mercedes-benz E

Black Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

168,502 mi
Last recorded168,502 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2008
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz E139,041 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ252 DUV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 20 Jun 2008 168,502 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 165,791 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 27 May 2006 160,315 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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J252 DUV is a 1992 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 J252 DUV, 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 J252 DUV registered?

J252 DUV is a 1992 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 13 May 1992.

Is J252 DUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J252 DUV shows 3 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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