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A6 XGW

1995 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Petrol 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

226,924 mi
Last recorded226,924 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2008
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz E126,292 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA6 XGW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2008 226,924 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 226,924 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

body corrosion

both front lower wish bone bushes in poor condition

brake pipe corrosion

hevey exhaust corrosion

oil leek

play in both front wheel bearings

rear brake disks pittid

rear center seat belt not checked unable to find clasp

rear numberplate in poor condition

rear transnition leek

underbody corrosion

Pass 6 Jul 2007 222,201 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2007 222,152 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Jun 2006 214,223 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 214,223 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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A6 XGW is a 1995 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 2,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1995 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 126,292 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 A6 XGW, 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 31 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 A6 XGW registered?

A6 XGW is a 1995 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is A6 XGW safe to buy?

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