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E3 RSS

1997 Mercedes-benz E

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

102,592 mi
Last recorded102,592 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2021
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz E113,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE3 RSS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2021 102,592 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 102,138 miles

all discs corroded

Fail 21 Apr 2020 102,138 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

all discs corroded

Pass 2 Oct 2018 102,113 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 102,061 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 101,541 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 101,368 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2014 101,368 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 29 Nov 2013 100,117 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 29 Nov 2013 100,117 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 96,866 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 95,832 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 94,624 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 94,114 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 93,286 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 92,121 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 90,916 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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E3 RSS is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 E3 RSS, 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 E3 RSS registered?

E3 RSS is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is E3 RSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for E3 RSS 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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