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9147 VM

2004 Mercedes-benz E

Green Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

23,597 mi
Last recorded23,597 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz E98,656 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration9147 VM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 23,597 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Apr 2025 23,597 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 22,946 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 21,225 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 20,382 miles

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 May 2017 19,247 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 18,885 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 18,353 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2014 17,895 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 17,684 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 16,056 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 12,295 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 9,087 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 8,418 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 8,394 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 7,194 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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9147 VM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz E in Green with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 98,656 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 9147 VM, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 9147 VM registered?

9147 VM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 4 March 2004.

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