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GY71 BFU

2021 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Hybrid electric (clean) 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

154,764 mi
Last recorded154,764 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2021 Mercedes-benz E34,910 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY71 BFU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2021
ColourSilver
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 154,764 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2025 132,033 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 110,904 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 91,664 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 70,964 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 68,623 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 62,191 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 23 Jun 2023 62,029 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords slight damage outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 30 May 2023 60,277 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Fail 30 May 2023 60,277 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 18 Apr 2023 56,694 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2023 56,555 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 42,471 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 22,354 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 16,209 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 16,207 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 7 Dec 2021 1,597 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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GY71 BFU is a 2021 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 1,991cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2021 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 34,910 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 GY71 BFU, 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 5 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GY71 BFU registered?

GY71 BFU is a 2021 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 20 October 2021.

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