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WLD 737X

1982 Mercedes-benz E

Red Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

72,580 mi
Last recorded72,580 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz E124,559 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWLD 737X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 72,580 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2025 72,578 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 71,823 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 71,085 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear pipe showing corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

advise new front number pate

Fail 12 Dec 2023 71,085 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired load springs broken (1.1.17 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear pipe showing corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

advise new front number pate

Pass 2 Nov 2022 70,523 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 70,013 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 68,524 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 63,161 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 60,356 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2016 54,546 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 53,600 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 52,948 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 52,600 miles

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

Fail 3 Oct 2013 52,600 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2012 51,070 miles

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

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 49,576 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 48,260 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 48,260 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 46,938 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 46,134 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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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WLD 737X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz E in Red with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 WLD 737X, 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 WLD 737X registered?

WLD 737X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 14 January 1982.

Is WLD 737X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WLD 737X shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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