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A23 AHM

2008 Mercedes-benz E

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

178,318 mi
Last recorded178,318 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz E90,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 AHM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 178,318 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 168,145 miles

Engine covers & Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside rear parking brake Efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All (front & Rear) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 156,445 miles

Nearside Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside headlamp strength decreased

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 27 Sep 2023 156,445 miles

Nearside Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside headlamp strength decreased

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 135,910 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 21 Sep 2022 135,910 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 115,532 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Fail 7 Sep 2021 115,531 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn torque strut (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 99,877 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Rear rear seat belts not inspected due to obstruction

Pass 18 Sep 2019 81,142 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 57,908 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 53,277 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2017 53,277 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 49,718 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2015 45,830 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1n)

front wipers are smearing

Pass 1 Oct 2014 41,078 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 34,107 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 26,602 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 21,650 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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A23 AHM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz E in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 90,800 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 A23 AHM, 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 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A23 AHM registered?

A23 AHM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is A23 AHM safe to buy?

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