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196 HOP

2007 Mercedes-benz E

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

96,818 mi
Last recorded96,818 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz E93,168 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration196 HOP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 96,818 miles

tpms light lit .

Fail 30 Oct 2025 96,818 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

tpms light lit .

Pass 15 Oct 2024 92,688 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 87,791 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 82,170 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 80,129 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 76,159 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2019 71,565 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 68,883 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 63,632 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 58,684 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2016 58,614 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexable hose (3.6.B.2c)

engine and under floor covers fitted

Pass 12 Nov 2015 52,072 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 42,274 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 36,079 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

n/side front tyre wearing on edges

Pass 29 Oct 2012 30,450 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s rear tyre has uneven wear

Pass 15 Nov 2011 24,671 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 18,890 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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196 HOP is a 2007 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 196 HOP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 196 HOP registered?

196 HOP is a 2007 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 10 December 2007.

Is 196 HOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for 196 HOP 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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