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257 FHT

2002 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 3226cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

115,214 mi
Last recorded115,214 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz E95,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration257 FHT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,226cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 115,214 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 113,951 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2025 113,950 miles

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch area (front) (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch area( back) (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch area ( back ) (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting next to jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 9 Jan 2025 113,866 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2023 112,844 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 112,036 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 109,738 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 106,483 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 106,238 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 102,456 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 99,195 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 95,703 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 91,433 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 86,906 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 83,753 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2012 79,464 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s/f jacking point missing

very light play in front wheel bearings(normal)

Pass 13 Dec 2012 79,464 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s/f jacking point missing

very light play in front wheel bearings(normal)

Fail 29 Nov 2011 67,154 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 67,154 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 60,469 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jan 2010 56,877 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 19 Jan 2010 56,798 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Jan 2009 48,202 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 39,507 miles

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

Fail 10 Jan 2008 39,507 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 10 Jan 2007 32,000 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 26,146 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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257 FHT is a 2002 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 3,226cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 257 FHT, 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 257 FHT registered?

257 FHT is a 2002 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 31 January 2002.

Is 257 FHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for 257 FHT shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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