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E13 EYE

1999 Mercedes-benz V

Silver Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

63,157 mi
Last recorded63,157 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz V103,185 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE13 EYE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelV
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 63,157 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nut-missing exhaust manifold down pipe joint.

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.2.2 (c))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2025 63,114 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both number plates (0.1 (d))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 60,062 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2024 60,062 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Nov 2022 57,673 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2022 57,673 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 55,298 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 55,122 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 53,055 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 49,318 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz V?

Based on 145,330 MOT tests across 14,984 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
9,290
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
14,984
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,393
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,912
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,745
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,724
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 1,893
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E13 EYE is a 1999 Mercedes-benz V in Silver with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz V models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 103,185 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz V fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,393 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E13 EYE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz V typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E13 EYE registered?

E13 EYE is a 1999 Mercedes-benz V, first registered on 3 September 1999.

Is E13 EYE safe to buy?

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