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CAZ 3759

1997 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

135,278 mi
Last recorded135,278 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2010
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz E113,015 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAZ 3759
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2010 135,278 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2010 135,278 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2009 125,815 miles

rear tyres worn

Pass 1 Dec 2008 118,275 miles

Nearside front fog lamp lens broken

Offside front fog lamp inoperative

Slight play evident both lower swivel joints

Pass 29 Nov 2007 108,317 miles

Cats rattle

Front brake discs generally worn

Front tyres worn low on edges, close to limit

Lower swivels wear evident

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 1 Dec 2006 100,389 miles

Front brake pads worn low

Rear brake pads worn low

Slight wear evident front lower swivels

Pass 28 Nov 2005 91,354 miles

FRONT AND REAR BRAKE PADS APPROXIMATELY 2/3 WORN. NEARSIDE REAR TYRE WORN CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT

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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CAZ 3759 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 113,015 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 CAZ 3759, 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 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CAZ 3759 registered?

CAZ 3759 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 9 January 1997.

Is CAZ 3759 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAZ 3759 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CAZ 3759 have outstanding finance?

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