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VLY 388

1978 Mercedes-benz E

Green Diesel 1987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

15,657 mi
Last recorded15,657 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz E104,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLY 388
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 15,657 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 13,158 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2024 12,573 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2020 12,238 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 12,216 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 12,178 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 12,172 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 12,029 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 11,329 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 11,329 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 10,804 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 10,771 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 10,716 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 10,709 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 10,587 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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VLY 388 is a 1978 Mercedes-benz E in Green with a 1,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 104,649 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 VLY 388, 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 48 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 VLY 388 registered?

VLY 388 is a 1978 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 February 1978.

Is VLY 388 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLY 388 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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