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A2 VBF

2004 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,107 mi
Last recorded77,107 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2016
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz E98,656 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 VBF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2016 77,107 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both sides (2.4.G.2)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2015 70,044 miles

n/s/f tyre on limit

Pass 30 Apr 2014 61,374 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Mar 2013 48,385 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 48,385 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 47,669 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 46,663 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 45,530 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 43,931 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 42,004 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 40,109 miles
Fail 9 May 2007 40,109 miles

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

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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A2 VBF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 98,656 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 A2 VBF, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A2 VBF registered?

A2 VBF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 3 August 2004.

Is A2 VBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A2 VBF 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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