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86 RAM

1993 Mercedes-benz E

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

159,700 mi
Last recorded159,700 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz E134,038 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration86 RAM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 159,700 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 158,795 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 156,268 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2022 146,844 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 145,557 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2019 145,557 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative all (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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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86 RAM is a 1993 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 134,038 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 86 RAM, 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 33 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 86 RAM?

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What year was 86 RAM registered?

86 RAM is a 1993 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is 86 RAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 86 RAM shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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