MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
53,640 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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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
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)
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)
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)
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 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)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
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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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