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G24 JMT

1997 Mercedes-benz E

Purple Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

235,708 mi
Last recorded235,708 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz E113,015 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG24 JMT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 235,708 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 233,312 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 228,908 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 224,662 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 220,377 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 217,133 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 212,858 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 207,115 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Oct 2018 207,115 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 199,057 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Nov 2016 180,581 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 169,472 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 161,921 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 154,511 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 147,417 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 138,808 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 136,036 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 130,535 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 124,776 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 119,125 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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G24 JMT is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E in Purple with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 G24 JMT, 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 G24 JMT registered?

G24 JMT is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is G24 JMT safe to buy?

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