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A14 UCL

1999 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

109,838 mi
Last recorded109,838 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2011
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz E107,166 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 UCL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2011 109,838 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 89,421 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 58,550 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 58,381 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

all rear brake pipes slightly corroded

nearside door mirror back slightly insecure

Fail 9 Jul 2008 58,381 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

all rear brake pipes slightly corroded

nearside door mirror back slightly insecure

Pass 9 Jan 2008 53,109 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2008 52,961 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 19 Oct 2007 46,721 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 35,033 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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A14 UCL is a 1999 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 107,166 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 UCL, 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 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A14 UCL registered?

A14 UCL is a 1999 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 15 July 1999.

Is A14 UCL safe to buy?

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