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AA08 MAB

2008 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

144,460 mi
Last recorded144,460 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz E90,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 MAB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2021 144,460 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 140,299 miles

Offside Front ABS wire needs refitting correctly

Fail 15 Jul 2019 140,299 miles

Nearside Steering locking device ineffective lock nut loose (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Front ABS wire needs refitting correctly

Pass 14 Jul 2018 135,962 miles

Nearside Front Wearing on the inner edge

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wearing on the inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 130,868 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edge slightly

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Fail 6 Jul 2017 130,868 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint rear arm (2.5.B.1a)

both front tyres wearing on inner edge slightly

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Jul 2016 128,009 miles

child seat nsr, seat belt not tested fully

front tyres worn low inner shoulders

rear tyre tread depths 3.5-4mm

Pass 18 Jul 2015 122,271 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Jul 2014 90,099 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 63,091 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 58,398 miles

bracket broken on osf headlamp

front pads getting low

small chips in screen

Pass 3 Feb 2011 11,490 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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AA08 MAB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 AA08 MAB, 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 AA08 MAB registered?

AA08 MAB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 23 September 2008.

Is AA08 MAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 MAB 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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