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185 DTB

2007 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

177,072 mi
Last recorded177,072 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz E93,168 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration185 DTB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 177,072 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both side (5.2.3 (e))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both side (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 170,030 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge stepping inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge stepping inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Jul 2023 163,916 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 18 Jul 2023 163,909 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Jul 2022 153,601 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2022 153,601 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 144,554 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2021 144,484 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Aug 2020 140,678 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2020 140,678 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 136,665 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 116,242 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2018 115,680 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

265/35zr18 97y michelin

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 99,862 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 80,148 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 61,458 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 52,683 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 46,581 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 38,591 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 32,299 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 24,843 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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185 DTB is a 2007 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 93,168 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 185 DTB, 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 19 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 185 DTB registered?

185 DTB is a 2007 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 16 July 2007.

Is 185 DTB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 185 DTB shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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