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MPO 780R

1977 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

82,823 mi
Last recorded82,823 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2007
Typical for 1977 Mercedes-benz E75,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPO 780R
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2007 82,823 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 19 Dec 2006 82,253 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Oil leak

radiator in poor condition

slight corrosion in both body sills

Pass 17 Jul 2006 82,118 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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MPO 780R is a 1977 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1977 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 75,260 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 MPO 780R, 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 49 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 MPO 780R registered?

MPO 780R is a 1977 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 8 February 1977.

Is MPO 780R safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPO 780R shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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