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OPD 947R

1976 Mercedes-benz E

Yellow Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2009
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48,878 mi
Last recorded48,878 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2008
Typical for 1976 Mercedes-benz E48,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPD 947R
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2008 48,878 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 48,757 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 48,613 miles

surface corrosion to floorpan.

Pass 2 Jun 2006 48,513 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2005 47,774 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2005 47,764 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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OPD 947R is a 1976 Mercedes-benz E in Yellow with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1976 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 48,422 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 OPD 947R, 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 50 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 OPD 947R?

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What year was OPD 947R registered?

OPD 947R is a 1976 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 11 October 1976.

Is OPD 947R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPD 947R shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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