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A3 JFA

1998 Mercedes-benz E

Green Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

130,605 mi
Last recorded130,605 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz E112,944 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 JFA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 130,605 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 127,119 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 122,455 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 118,227 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 113,782 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 112,272 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 105,779 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge low tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2018 104,380 miles

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)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2017 98,953 miles

Rear exhaust box showing corrosion

Rear coil springs showing corrosion

fluid leak (undertray fitted) poss suspension fluid

slight wear on brake pedal slip pad

Pass 24 Feb 2016 95,777 miles

bakes linings to be checked all round.

exhaust showing slight corrosion

rear coil springs showing slight corrosion

Fail 24 Feb 2016 95,777 miles

Centre Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format off side rear letter a 10mm from edge of plate . (6.3.4f)

bakes linings to be checked all round.

exhaust showing slight corrosion

rear coil springs showing slight corrosion

Pass 19 Feb 2015 93,317 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 90,564 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 86,388 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2012 84,356 miles

front brake pads getting low

Pass 10 Feb 2011 81,023 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 78,258 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 76,218 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2008 74,131 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 69,411 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

front pads getting low

Pass 31 Jan 2006 65,192 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 JFA is a 1998 Mercedes-benz E in Green with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 JFA, 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

How do I check the history of A3 JFA?

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What year was A3 JFA registered?

A3 JFA is a 1998 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 4 March 1998.

Is A3 JFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 JFA shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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