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92 COW

1997 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

160,775 mi
Last recorded160,775 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz E113,015 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration92 COW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 11 Jun 2015 160,775 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 160,775 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 160,712 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 158,835 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 158,835 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 154,425 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 147,198 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 141,743 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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92 COW is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 92 COW, 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 92 COW?

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What year was 92 COW registered?

92 COW is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is 92 COW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 92 COW shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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