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A18 KDO

2013 Mercedes-benz E

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

43,468 mi
Last recorded43,468 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz E68,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 KDO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 43,468 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 42,335 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 41,074 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 39,376 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 37,555 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/45/17 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Sep 2021 37,555 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/45/17 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 36,254 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Oct 2019 33,696 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 23,637 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 20,374 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 13,872 miles

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

Rear fog lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.3.2b)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 6,354 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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A18 KDO is a 2013 Mercedes-benz E in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2013 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 68,450 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 A18 KDO, 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 13 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A18 KDO registered?

A18 KDO is a 2013 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 31 October 2013.

Is A18 KDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 KDO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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