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A17 MRR

1998 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

171,500 mi
Last recorded171,500 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2014
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz E112,944 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 MRR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2014 171,500 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 159,664 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 146,624 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 131,325 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 131,320 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 117,173 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 103,257 miles

advise rear tyres wearing on edges,oil leak rear diff seal

Pass 30 Apr 2008 91,643 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 84,934 miles

oil leak from differential

unable to fully inspect engine compartment due to covers fitted underneath

Pass 7 Dec 2005 77,567 miles

both rear flexi brake hoses perrished

underside of vehicle covered

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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A17 MRR is a 1998 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 A17 MRR, 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 A17 MRR registered?

A17 MRR is a 1998 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is A17 MRR safe to buy?

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