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A19 RDF

1998 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

162,472 mi
Last recorded162,472 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2008
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz E112,944 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA19 RDF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2008 162,472 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2008 162,472 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Nov 2006 157,094 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2006 157,094 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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A19 RDF is a 1998 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 A19 RDF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A19 RDF registered?

A19 RDF is a 1998 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 19 February 1998.

Is A19 RDF safe to buy?

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