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62 SEH

1997 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

88,384 mi
Last recorded88,384 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz E113,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration62 SEH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 88,384 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2025 88,345 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 88,313 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 88,313 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 88,313 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 88,304 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 88,302 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 88,279 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2019 88,279 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 88,188 miles

Front wiper starting to smear

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jan 2017 87,923 miles

N/s/f wheel slightly buckled

Pass 14 Jan 2016 87,483 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 87,125 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2014 86,808 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2013 86,500 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2012 86,239 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2011 85,919 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2010 85,496 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2009 85,085 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Jan 2008 84,359 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jan 2007 81,404 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 76,759 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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62 SEH is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 113,015 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 62 SEH, 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 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 62 SEH?

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What year was 62 SEH registered?

62 SEH is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is 62 SEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for 62 SEH shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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