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B13 DLM

1987 Mercedes-benz E

Grey Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

180,867 mi
Last recorded180,867 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2008
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz E135,505 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB13 DLM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2008 180,867 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 173,012 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 13 Aug 2007 173,012 miles

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

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 164,175 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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B13 DLM is a 1987 Mercedes-benz E in Grey with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 135,505 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 B13 DLM, 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 39 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 B13 DLM registered?

B13 DLM is a 1987 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 6 November 1987.

Is B13 DLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B13 DLM shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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