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A11 FSH

1997 Mercedes-benz E

Black Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

161,329 mi
Last recorded161,329 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2013
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz E113,015 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA11 FSH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2013 161,329 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 150,180 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 146,180 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 135,311 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2010 135,311 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 130,866 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 126,180 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2008 126,180 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 121,842 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 110,878 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2006 110,873 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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A11 FSH is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 A11 FSH, 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

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What year was A11 FSH registered?

A11 FSH is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is A11 FSH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A11 FSH shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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