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VJI 5279

1974 Mercedes-benz E

Maroon Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2009
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,546 mi
Last recorded88,546 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2008
Typical for 1974 Mercedes-benz E62,955 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJI 5279
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1974
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2008 88,546 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

hole in car floor / sill / and boot floor but not within prescribed areas

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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VJI 5279 is a 1974 Mercedes-benz E in Maroon with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 62,955 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 VJI 5279, 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 52 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 VJI 5279 registered?

VJI 5279 is a 1974 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 23 April 1974.

Is VJI 5279 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VJI 5279 shows 1 test 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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