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AV08 DDU

2008 Mercedes-benz E

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

152,624 mi
Last recorded152,624 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz E90,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 DDU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 152,624 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2024 137,373 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2024 137,372 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2023 124,098 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 114,981 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 112,150 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 107,367 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 107,326 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 100,044 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2017 90,739 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 23 Mar 2016 83,254 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 72,999 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 64,695 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 56,370 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 56,365 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 47,505 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 38,012 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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AV08 DDU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz E in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 AV08 DDU, 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 AV08 DDU registered?

AV08 DDU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AV08 DDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 DDU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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