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MSR 406Y

1982 Mercedes-benz E

Red Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

110,057 mi
Last recorded110,057 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2009
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz E124,559 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMSR 406Y
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Fail 2 Jul 2009 110,057 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

All tyres worn very close to legal limit

Pass 15 Jul 2008 109,129 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2008 109,128 miles

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 107,095 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007 107,095 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2006 102,992 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 102,951 miles

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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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MSR 406Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz E in Red with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 124,559 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 MSR 406Y, 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 44 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MSR 406Y?

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What year was MSR 406Y registered?

MSR 406Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 16 August 1982.

Is MSR 406Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for MSR 406Y shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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