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ABM 522B

2002 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 3226cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

122,536 mi
Last recorded122,536 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz E95,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABM 522B
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,226cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 122,536 miles

Nearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 119,567 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2024 119,566 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 117,631 miles

Component corrosion under vehicle.

Engine covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Fail 12 Oct 2023 117,630 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Component corrosion under vehicle.

Engine covers fitted

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Under trays fitted

Pass 12 Oct 2022 115,665 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 114,095 miles

under shields + engine covers fitted at the time of test.

Pass 15 Oct 2020 112,118 miles

under shields + engine covers fitted at the time of test.

Fail 13 Oct 2020 112,118 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring missing and directional control affected (5.3.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

under shields + engine covers fitted at the time of test.

Pass 15 Apr 2019 108,454 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under shields + engine covers fitted.

Fail 15 Apr 2019 108,454 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under shields + engine covers fitted.

Pass 21 Mar 2018 102,921 miles

UNDER SHEILDS + ENGINE COVERS FITTED.

Pass 7 Apr 2017 99,590 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

UNDER SHEILDS +ENGINE COVERS FITTED.

Fail 29 Mar 2017 99,588 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

UNDER SHEILDS +ENGINE COVERS FITTED.

Pass 7 Apr 2016 95,085 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 88,513 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Mar 2014 82,610 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2013 74,156 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Mar 2013 74,156 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Mar 2012 66,295 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Apr 2011 60,696 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 53,805 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

advise front nearside fog lamp not working.

advise nearside front Valve stem slightly deteriorated

advise nearside rear Valve stem slightly deteriorated

advise offside front Valve stem slightly deteriorated

advise offside rear Valve stem slightly deteriorated

Pass 20 Apr 2009 46,274 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 38,532 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 33,000 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 26,672 miles

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

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

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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ABM 522B is a 2002 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 3,226cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 95,742 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 ABM 522B, 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 24 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ABM 522B registered?

ABM 522B is a 2002 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 19 April 2002.

Is ABM 522B safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABM 522B shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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