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A10 SPM

2005 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Dec 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

100,763 mi
Last recorded100,763 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz E96,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA10 SPM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 100,763 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 94,581 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 86,664 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2022 80,172 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 74,005 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 69,242 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2020 69,242 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Jun 2019 58,815 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 45,155 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 39,628 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 35,482 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 33,145 miles

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

cannot check back seats and belts due to luggage on back seats

Pass 26 Sep 2013 30,831 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 30,437 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 29,656 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 27,971 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 25,303 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 22,067 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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A10 SPM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 A10 SPM, 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 A10 SPM registered?

A10 SPM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 17 March 2005.

Is A10 SPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A10 SPM shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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