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2946 IA

1995 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Petrol 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

179,429 mi
Last recorded179,429 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz E126,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration2946 IA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 179,429 miles

Front Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 11 May 2024 179,420 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 179,420 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 178,111 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 175,247 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 172,629 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 169,952 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2017 169,951 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bumper (6.1.C.1)

Offside Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis by steering box (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering wheel in a condition that hampers proper control (2.1.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Jul 2017 169,918 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Offside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Offside Rear LAMP LENSE TAPED UP

Pass 11 Jul 2016 185,816 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 185,816 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 161,453 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 157,101 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Jul 2014 157,101 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 148,587 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 146,047 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 140,762 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 133,847 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 133,847 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 Aug 2008 126,868 miles

Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 120,867 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 2 Aug 2007

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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2946 IA is a 1995 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 2,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1995 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 126,292 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 2946 IA, 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 31 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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2946 IA is a 1995 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 31 December 1995.

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