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AD53 DVV

2004 Mercedes-benz E

Black Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

120,002 mi
Last recorded120,002 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2018
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz E98,656 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 DVV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2018 120,002 miles

engine covers fitted

general under body rust

under trays fitted

Pass 22 Aug 2017 264,037 miles

Offside Front Inner arch missing

both steering arms slight play

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2016 148,065 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 136,791 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 136,790 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 May 2014 124,812 miles

No Emissions Detected

Pass 31 May 2013 111,899 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 111,898 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 96,036 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 96,035 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2011 75,769 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 75,769 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 55,193 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 5,493 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 48,415 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2008 41,734 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2008 41,663 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 2 Jan 2007 28,093 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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AD53 DVV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 98,656 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 AD53 DVV, 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 22 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 AD53 DVV registered?

AD53 DVV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 2 January 2004.

Is AD53 DVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD53 DVV shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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