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J116 EGT

1992 Mercedes-benz E

Red Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

116,252 mi
Last recorded116,252 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2020
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz E139,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ116 EGT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2020 116,252 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2020 116,252 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 110,484 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 103,113 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 96,897 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 92,691 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 88,998 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 85,342 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 81,278 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 77,085 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 73,441 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 70,377 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 66,196 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 63,190 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 60,763 miles

Inner Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

park foot brake near limit max travel

Pass 25 Aug 2006 58,744 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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J116 EGT is a 1992 Mercedes-benz E in Red with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 139,041 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 J116 EGT, 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 34 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 J116 EGT registered?

J116 EGT is a 1992 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 26 March 1992.

Is J116 EGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J116 EGT shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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