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J123 YKU

1992 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

114,431 mi
Last recorded114,431 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz E139,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ123 YKU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 114,431 miles

Nearside Front ball joint bolt nyloc nut not fully through

Pass 13 May 2025 113,163 miles
Fail 12 May 2025 113,149 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch corroded holed lower front (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2024 110,950 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 110,937 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 110,682 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 110,180 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 109,646 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 108,376 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 107,544 miles

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 106,393 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2011 106,009 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 104,773 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 104,021 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 103,580 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 103,143 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 102,881 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2005 100,606 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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J123 YKU is a 1992 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 J123 YKU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J123 YKU registered?

J123 YKU is a 1992 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 26 February 1992.

Is J123 YKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J123 YKU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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