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2002 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

63,297 mi
Last recorded63,297 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz E95,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration1 UTF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 63,297 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 63,028 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 62,446 miles

Coil spring corroded NSR/OSR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Jun 2024 62,444 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Coil spring corroded NSR/OSR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 62,038 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 61,520 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 61,211 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 61,174 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 60,662 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 60,151 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 60,151 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 59,363 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 58,725 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 57,775 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 56,708 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 55,833 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 54,472 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 52,957 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 51,307 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 51,307 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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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1 UTF is a 2002 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 95,742 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 1 UTF, 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 24 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 1 UTF registered?

1 UTF is a 2002 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 20 May 2002.

Is 1 UTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1 UTF shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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