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ORL 680X

1982 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Petrol 2307cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

141,131 mi
Last recorded141,131 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2013
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz E124,559 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationORL 680X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,307cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 3 Jan 2013 141,131 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2011 133,990 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 133,988 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 130,844 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 8 Jun 2010 130,842 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 123,849 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 117,131 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2007 117,131 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Nov 2006 105,922 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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ORL 680X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 2,307cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 ORL 680X, 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 ORL 680X?

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What year was ORL 680X registered?

ORL 680X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is ORL 680X safe to buy?

The MOT history for ORL 680X 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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