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A14 VPM

2009 Mercedes-benz E

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

236,737 mi
Last recorded236,737 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2019
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz E82,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 VPM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2019 236,737 miles

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Under trays fitted preventing the inspection of testable items

Fail 10 Jul 2019 236,631 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Under trays fitted preventing the inspection of testable items

Pass 16 Nov 2018 222,016 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 210,527 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 197,627 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 185,471 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 172,656 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 153,033 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 131,415 miles

Centre pedal rubber slightly worn

Pass 21 Jan 2016 110,411 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rears, o/s badly corroding (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2015 86,785 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2014 57,455 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Mar 2014 51,136 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 35,635 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 35,368 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 VPM is a 2009 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 82,524 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 VPM, 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 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A14 VPM registered?

A14 VPM is a 2009 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 23 December 2009.

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