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H226 DCD

1991 Mercedes-benz E

Red Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2025
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

121,818 mi
Last recorded121,818 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2024
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz E143,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH226 DCD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2024 121,818 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2024 121,818 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 121,802 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2021 121,609 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 121,343 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 121,343 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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H226 DCD is a 1991 Mercedes-benz E in Red with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 143,285 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 H226 DCD, 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 35 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 H226 DCD?

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What year was H226 DCD registered?

H226 DCD is a 1991 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 3 January 1991.

Is H226 DCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for H226 DCD shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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