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J486 SEG

1992 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

200,215 mi
Last recorded200,215 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2008
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz E139,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ486 SEG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2008 200,215 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Fail 4 Aug 2008 200,215 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 180,255 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 160,839 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2005 152,552 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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J486 SEG is a 1992 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 J486 SEG, 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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How do I check the history of J486 SEG?

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What year was J486 SEG registered?

J486 SEG is a 1992 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 14 February 1992.

Is J486 SEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J486 SEG shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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