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1975CMV

2008 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

167,297 mi
Last recorded167,297 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2014
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz E90,800 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration1975CMV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 26 Feb 2014 167,297 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Small diesel leak under bonnet, view is obstructed by engine covers on location of the leak

Pass 26 Feb 2014 167,297 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Small diesel leak under bonnet, view is obstructed by engine covers on location of the leak

Pass 1 Mar 2013 156,423 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Slight play on inner steering rack joint

Pass 1 Mar 2012 144,931 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 144,931 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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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1975CMV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 90,800 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 1975CMV, 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 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 1975CMV registered?

1975CMV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is 1975CMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1975CMV shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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