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A20 KLF

1997 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

220,595 mi
Last recorded220,595 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2014
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz E113,015 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 KLF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2014 220,595 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 216,643 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 211,861 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 207,714 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 203,859 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2009 199,855 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 187,521 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2007 173,356 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 173,355 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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)

Pass 18 Oct 2006 169,485 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2006 169,477 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2006 163,451 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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A20 KLF is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 113,015 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 A20 KLF, 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 29 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 A20 KLF registered?

A20 KLF is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 29 April 1997.

Is A20 KLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 KLF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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