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A15 LST

1998 Mercedes-benz E

Black Petrol 2398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,043 mi
Last recorded71,043 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2014
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz E112,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 LST
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,398cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2014 71,043 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 70,283 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 67,090 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 May 2011 60,665 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 60,665 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 57,802 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 57,802 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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 15 Jun 2009 54,723 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 10 Jun 2008 51,794 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 51,794 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 48,958 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 May 2006 45,783 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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A15 LST is a 1998 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 2,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 112,944 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 A15 LST, 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 28 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 A15 LST registered?

A15 LST is a 1998 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 12 June 1998.

Is A15 LST safe to buy?

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