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EAZ 5049

1997 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

109,006 mi
Last recorded109,006 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2010
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz E113,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEAZ 5049
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2010 109,006 miles

Oil leak

o/s/f front wing damaged

Fail 17 Feb 2010 109,006 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

o/s/f front wing damaged

Pass 13 Feb 2009 107,637 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 105,481 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 96,991 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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EAZ 5049 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EAZ 5049, 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 EAZ 5049 registered?

EAZ 5049 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 9 April 1997.

Is EAZ 5049 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EAZ 5049 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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