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WCU 681Y

1982 Mercedes-benz E

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

168,526 mi
Last recorded168,526 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz E124,559 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWCU 681Y
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 13 May 2026 168,526 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 167,737 miles

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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WCU 681Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz E in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WCU 681Y, 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

How do I check the history of WCU 681Y?

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What year was WCU 681Y registered?

WCU 681Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is WCU 681Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for WCU 681Y shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WCU 681Y have outstanding finance?

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