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ACE 78

1994 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Petrol 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

173,943 mi
Last recorded173,943 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2022
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz E130,590 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACE 78
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2022 173,943 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2019 173,873 miles

Nearside Front slight play in steering drop arm bushes

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

slight play in steering damper to piston casing

Pass 9 Apr 2018 173,472 miles

Nearside Front Slight play in steering drop arm bushes

Play in Steering damper piston to casing

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear joint clamp loose (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 31 Mar 2018 173,466 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Slight play in steering drop arm bushes

Play in Steering damper piston to casing

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear joint clamp loose (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 173,155 miles

Nearside Front Steering drop arm bushes worn

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joint Clamp loose (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 172,732 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 172,605 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 172,054 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 171,472 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 170,397 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 169,302 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 162,644 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 156,256 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Mar 2008 147,647 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2007 140,526 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 132,375 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006 132,373 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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ACE 78 is a 1994 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 2,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 130,590 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 ACE 78, 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 32 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of ACE 78?

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What year was ACE 78 registered?

ACE 78 is a 1994 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 13 May 1994.

Is ACE 78 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACE 78 shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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