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LGT 128N

1974 Mercedes-benz E

Beige Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2014
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

92,722 mi
Last recorded92,722 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2013
Typical for 1974 Mercedes-benz E62,955 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLGT 128N
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1974
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2013 92,722 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2013 92,712 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 92,678 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Mar 2012 92,678 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 92,656 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 92,544 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 30 Dec 2009 92,539 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

front pads cannot be seen

rear pads cannot be seen

Pass 19 Jan 2009 91,393 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2009 91,393 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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LGT 128N is a 1974 Mercedes-benz E in Beige with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1974 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 62,955 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LGT 128N, 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 52 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 LGT 128N registered?

LGT 128N is a 1974 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 January 1974.

Is LGT 128N safe to buy?

The MOT history for LGT 128N shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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