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IIL 2868

1997 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

123,034 mi
Last recorded123,034 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2016
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz E113,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIIL 2868
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2016 123,034 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 116,160 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 111,136 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 101,771 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 91,418 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2012 91,418 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jan 2011 87,717 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 82,143 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 76,578 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 70,068 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 61,108 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 52,007 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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IIL 2868 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 IIL 2868, 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 IIL 2868 registered?

IIL 2868 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 12 May 1997.

Is IIL 2868 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IIL 2868 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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