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A3 CMY

1998 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

102,272 mi
Last recorded102,272 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2018
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz E112,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 CMY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2018 102,272 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 9 Nov 2018 102,271 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 101,713 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2017 101,713 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2016 100,152 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2015 98,844 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 97,008 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2014 97,008 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 94,956 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 92,935 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 89,983 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2010 87,035 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 81,190 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 73,043 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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A3 CMY is a 1998 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 A3 CMY, 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 A3 CMY registered?

A3 CMY is a 1998 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is A3 CMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 CMY shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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