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5010 LJ

2009 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

79,233 mi
Last recorded79,233 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz E82,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration5010 LJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 79,233 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 78,035 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 75,747 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 72,741 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 68,628 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 66,237 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 62,451 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 57,607 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 50,072 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 42,789 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 34,256 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 25,159 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 19,045 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 12,836 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2012 12,835 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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5010 LJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 82,524 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 5010 LJ, 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 17 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 5010 LJ registered?

5010 LJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 16 September 2009.

Is 5010 LJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 5010 LJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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