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A20 VJF

2007 Mercedes-benz E

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

74,095 mi
Last recorded74,095 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz E93,168 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 VJF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 74,095 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2025 74,095 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2024 73,381 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 72,462 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 70,932 miles

Both Sides Sills Covers, Engine Undertray & Undersides covers Fitted.

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides By the Joints. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cuts & Perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2022 70,932 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Both Sides Sills Covers, Engine Undertray & Undersides covers Fitted.

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides By the Joints. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cuts & Perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 69,101 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 69,101 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 68,401 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 67,639 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 65,169 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2018 65,169 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Nov 2017 62,348 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 59,695 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2015 56,556 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2014 49,948 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 44,644 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 38,768 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 32,190 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 25,401 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 VJF is a 2007 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 93,168 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 VJF, 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 19 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A20 VJF registered?

A20 VJF is a 2007 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 23 November 2007.

Is A20 VJF safe to buy?

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