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RSU 564

1972 Mercedes-benz E

White Petrol 2292cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2023
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,854 mi
Last recorded44,854 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2022
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz E44,833 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRSU 564
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,292cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 16 Feb 2022 44,854 miles

Headlamp reflector slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 44,833 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 44,764 miles

No Main Beam Flash. But works on constant main beam

Pass 12 Feb 2016 44,748 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 44,708 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 44,481 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 44,308 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 44,267 miles

rust under front wings/slight bind in front wheels

Pass 12 May 2009 44,218 miles

engine has an oil leak

offside front tyre is perishing on sidewall

unable to see front brake pads

vehicle underbody has a lot of surface corrosion

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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RSU 564 is a 1972 Mercedes-benz E in White with a 2,292cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 44,833 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 RSU 564, 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 54 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 RSU 564?

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What year was RSU 564 registered?

RSU 564 is a 1972 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 15 August 1972.

Is RSU 564 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RSU 564 shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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