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SWJ 879Y

1982 Mercedes-benz E

Beige Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

53,640 mi
Last recorded53,640 miles
Recorded on25 May 2023
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz E124,559 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWJ 879Y
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1982
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2023 53,640 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 53,080 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 52,815 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 52,751 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 52,636 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 52,553 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 51,813 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front lamp unit damaged

nearside front slightly out of shape and worn on outer edge

Pass 2 Aug 2011 51,515 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2010 50,698 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 48,144 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 48,066 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 46,303 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 44,335 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 15 Aug 2007 44,335 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2006 42,536 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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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SWJ 879Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz E in Beige with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 SWJ 879Y, 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

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What year was SWJ 879Y registered?

SWJ 879Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 3 September 1982.

Is SWJ 879Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWJ 879Y shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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