MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
188,682 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
brake discs all round becoming rusted.
emissions only just passed.
o/side front tyre just on 1.6mm
o/side rear shock absorber shroud missing.
Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz E?
Based on 4,722,746 MOT tests across 435,734 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R866 HWC is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 2,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 113,015 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 R866 HWC, 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 29 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 R866 HWC registered?
R866 HWC is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 31 December 1997.
Is R866 HWC safe to buy?
The MOT history for R866 HWC 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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