MOT Status
ValidMileage
141,974 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn arm [shockabsorber arm] (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
deterioration rear no.plate. corrosion osr brake pipe under panel recommend removal for inspection. nsf tyre 2.2mm + near cords. osf tyre worn on edges.
Nearside indicator repeater lense damaged still works ok
Offside Rear Outer lamp cracked
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Nearside indicator repeater lense damaged still works ok
Offside Rear Outer lamp cracked
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
rear wiper blade split
ns indicator repeater damaged works ok 1 bulb out
osf tyre worn on edges recommend changing
rear brake discs worn
rear wiper blade split
slight brake judder front axle
advise child seat fitted to nearside rear seat
advise crack in the offside rear lense
advise nearside door mirror repeater lense damage still works ok
advise slight wear lips on front and rear brake discs
nearside front tyre worn 3mm
Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
nearside front tyre worn 3mm
Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
nearside front tyre centre tread worn to 4mm, with inner/outer shoulders worn lower
offside rear brake pipe rusty at join with flex hose
Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
nearside front tyre centre tread worn to 4mm, with inner/outer shoulders worn lower
offside rear brake pipe rusty at join with flex hose
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
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)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
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)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz E?
Based on 4,722,746 MOT tests across 435,734 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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A16 NEL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.
Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 93,352 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 A16 NEL, 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 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was A16 NEL registered?
A16 NEL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 23 May 2006.
Is A16 NEL safe to buy?
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