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AE08 OVZ

2008 Mercedes-benz E

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

126,170 mi
Last recorded126,170 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz E90,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 OVZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2018 126,170 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective one hanger is corroded and broken (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 25 Jun 2018 126,170 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective one hanger is corroded and broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 119,540 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 111,971 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 105,375 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 98,295 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s trque arm bush split/ leaking

o/s/ mirrir binker cracked

Pass 12 Jul 2013 82,819 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 66,937 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 60,432 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Feb 2011 45,438 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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AE08 OVZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AE08 OVZ, 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 AE08 OVZ registered?

AE08 OVZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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The MOT history for AE08 OVZ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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