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A14 DPA

2002 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

128,818 mi
Last recorded128,818 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz E95,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 DPA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 128,818 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 127,881 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2023 126,941 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 125,997 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 125,012 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 123,991 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 122,433 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 120,723 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 119,652 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 117,062 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 107,349 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)

Pass 8 Nov 2014 102,812 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 99,062 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2012 89,946 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 83,755 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 71,823 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 56,959 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)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 40,837 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)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 26,888 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2007 26,888 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Jan 2007 24,261 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2005 20,232 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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A14 DPA is a 2002 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 95,742 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 A14 DPA, 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 24 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A14 DPA?

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What year was A14 DPA registered?

A14 DPA is a 2002 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 20 December 2002.

Is A14 DPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A14 DPA shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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