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OCF 302X

1982 Mercedes-benz E

Red Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

168,768 mi
Last recorded168,768 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2007
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz E124,559 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOCF 302X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2007 168,768 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 166,850 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2006 166,850 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

NEARSIDE REAR INNER AND OUTER DRIVE SHAFT GAITERS CRACKING

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE TREAD ON 2.0MM

OFFSIDE REAR OUTER DRIVE SHAFT GAITER CRACKED AND LEAKING

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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OCF 302X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz E in Red with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 OCF 302X, 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 OCF 302X?

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What year was OCF 302X registered?

OCF 302X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 4 May 1982.

Is OCF 302X safe to buy?

The MOT history for OCF 302X 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.

Does OCF 302X have outstanding finance?

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