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A16 SWS

2008 Mercedes-benz E

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

66,094 mi
Last recorded66,094 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz E90,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 SWS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 66,094 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Visible brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside front to rear brake pipes covered by undertray not inspected

Fail 12 May 2026 66,091 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Visible brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55x16 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside front to rear brake pipes covered by undertray not inspected

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 May 2025 61,811 miles

Nearside Front to rear brake pipes not inspected covered with plastic under tray

Fail 8 May 2025 61,811 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front to rear brake pipes not inspected covered with plastic under tray

Pass 13 May 2024 58,568 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 55,390 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective rear box braket corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 May 2022 53,733 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 51,759 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 50,322 miles
Fail 11 May 2020 50,321 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55x16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 May 2019 48,297 miles

Offside Front Lower ball joint dust cover deteriorated

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 May 2018 46,456 miles

emissions clean

undertrays fitted resricting inspection

Pass 9 May 2017 44,631 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint press fit to hub (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge 225/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front outer steering rack arm has play

emissions not registered

undertrays fitted restricting inspection

Pass 12 May 2016 40,525 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.1mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.1mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 May 2016 40,525 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.1mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.1mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 May 2015 35,664 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)

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

Pass 14 May 2014 30,591 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 30,591 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 26,003 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2012 19,265 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 15,494 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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A16 SWS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 90,800 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 A16 SWS, 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 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A16 SWS registered?

A16 SWS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is A16 SWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 SWS shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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