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3120 AW

2005 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

41,421 mi
Last recorded41,421 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz E96,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration3120 AW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 41,421 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 40,573 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 40,366 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 39,702 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 38,999 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2021 38,997 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 37,557 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 35,783 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2019 35,778 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 34,900 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 34,273 miles

rear tyers slightly perished

Pass 21 Nov 2016 33,536 miles

rear tyers slightly perished

Pass 23 Nov 2015 32,512 miles

rear tyers slightly perished

Pass 19 Nov 2014 31,270 miles

rear tyers slightly perished

Fail 25 Nov 2013 29,622 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Nov 2013 29,622 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 27,632 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 26,065 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 23,990 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 22,093 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 19,532 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)

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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3120 AW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 3120 AW, 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

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What year was 3120 AW registered?

3120 AW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 16 December 2005.

Is 3120 AW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 3120 AW shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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