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H37 XUW

1990 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

97,211 mi
Last recorded97,211 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz E138,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH37 XUW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 97,211 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 96,978 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 96,924 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 96,813 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 96,564 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 95,984 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 94,786 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 94,313 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 93,796 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 88,207 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 82,415 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 69,380 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2013 57,510 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 57,510 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jan 2012 42,402 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 31,908 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2011 31,908 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 20 Feb 2010 25,175 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 25,132 miles

offside front tyre damaged on outer wall

Pass 16 Apr 2008 24,922 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 24,922 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Fail 19 Apr 2007 24,434 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 24,434 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 23,470 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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H37 XUW is a 1990 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 138,298 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 H37 XUW, 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 36 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H37 XUW?

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What year was H37 XUW registered?

H37 XUW is a 1990 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 16 August 1990.

Is H37 XUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H37 XUW shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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