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A18 PST

1999 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Petrol 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

159,996 mi
Last recorded159,996 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2013
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz E107,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 PST
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2013 159,996 miles

o/s/r tyre on limits

some play o/s/f hub and stearing

Fail 18 Feb 2013 159,996 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/r tyre on limits

some play o/s/f hub and stearing

Pass 12 Dec 2012 159,275 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

slight corrosion around o/s front jacking point

slight play in inner mounting bush in o/s front upper wishbone

slight play in o/s front anti roll link arm

slight play in o/s track rod end

Pass 31 Oct 2011 152,440 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both front tyres low on edges

Pass 14 Jan 2011 146,613 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 136,827 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Fail 28 Aug 2008 124,425 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 124,425 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2007 116,112 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 11 Aug 2006 106,908 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2005 98,684 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 PST is a 1999 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 107,166 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 PST, 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 27 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 A18 PST registered?

A18 PST is a 1999 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is A18 PST safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 PST shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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