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DAZ 6853

1997 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

140,821 mi
Last recorded140,821 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2014
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz E113,015 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAZ 6853
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2014 140,821 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 134,104 miles

both head light images poor

both lower swivels have slight lift

centre brake light not working

n/s/r tyre on 1.6mm needs attention

Pass 13 May 2011 125,171 miles

Corrosion appearing on vehicle underside

centre stop light not working .disconnected

n/s/r tyre a bit low

o/s/r flexi hose well perished

Fail 5 May 2011 125,170 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Corrosion appearing on vehicle underside

n/s/r tyre a bit low

o/s/r flexi hose well perished

Fail 30 Apr 2010 120,165 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

offside rear tyre close to tread limit

Pass 30 Apr 2010 120,165 miles

offside rear tyre close to tread limit

Pass 25 Mar 2009 113,210 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 108,490 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 108,489 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 106,103 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 106,103 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 May 2006 88,522 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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DAZ 6853 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 DAZ 6853, 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.

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What year was DAZ 6853 registered?

DAZ 6853 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is DAZ 6853 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DAZ 6853 shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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