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268D861

2005 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2023
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

125,041 mi
Last recorded125,041 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz E96,443 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration268D861
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 15 Jan 2022 125,041 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 123,055 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2020 119,281 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 113,657 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 108,716 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 103,308 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 96,912 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 89,171 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2014 84,569 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 77,603 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 70,677 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 63,613 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 51,641 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jan 2009 46,021 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 31,794 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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268D861 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 268D861, 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.

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What year was 268D861 registered?

268D861 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 11 January 2005.

Is 268D861 safe to buy?

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