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A12 DCJ

2005 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

111,940 mi
Last recorded111,940 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz E96,443 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 DCJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 111,940 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 109,846 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 107,245 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 104,556 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 100,605 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner boot split slightly (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 97,251 miles

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

both rear tyres worn on inner shoulders

Pass 29 Oct 2019 93,127 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 87,621 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 81,528 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2017 81,528 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner shoulder (4.1.D.1b)

osr tyre worn on inner

Pass 27 Oct 2016 76,038 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 70,266 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 62,931 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nsf tyre bald on inner

Pass 28 Oct 2013 56,451 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 48,610 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 44,243 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2011 44,243 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 6 Oct 2010 36,139 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 30,187 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Nov 2008 24,428 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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A12 DCJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 A12 DCJ, 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 A12 DCJ registered?

A12 DCJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 20 October 2005.

Is A12 DCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A12 DCJ shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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