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217 CYL

2005 Mercedes-benz E

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

89,147 mi
Last recorded89,147 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz E96,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration217 CYL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 89,147 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 85,462 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 82,639 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing OSF - NSR - NSF (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 79,793 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 77,599 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2021 77,599 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt In hub (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn In hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded To brake flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 76,452 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2019 74,627 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2018 71,866 miles

Full under tray fitted

Pass 18 Jul 2017 67,975 miles

both front tyres wearing on edge/s

slight corrosion on both front brake pipes

slight corrosion on osr brake pipe

under trays fitted covering testable items

Pass 14 Jul 2016 63,065 miles

slight corrosion on osr brake pipe

Pass 23 Jul 2015 59,053 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 54,521 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 47,340 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jul 2012 42,147 miles

nsf tyre wearing on outer edge

os handbrake slightly slow to increase

Pass 26 Jul 2011 37,236 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 30,556 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 22,955 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 15,238 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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217 CYL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz E in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 96,443 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 217 CYL, 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 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 217 CYL?

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What year was 217 CYL registered?

217 CYL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 31 July 2005.

Is 217 CYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 217 CYL shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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