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MT05 REF

2015 Mercedes-benz E

White Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

84,018 mi
Last recorded84,018 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2015 Mercedes-benz E61,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT05 REF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2015
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 84,018 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 71,022 miles

Engine/body covers are fitted to the underside of the vehicle

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Jul 2025 71,022 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Engine/body covers are fitted to the underside of the vehicle

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2024 62,880 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 58,834 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 54,403 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 54,236 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 22,700 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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MT05 REF is a 2015 Mercedes-benz E in White with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2015 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 61,194 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 MT05 REF, 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 11 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 MT05 REF registered?

MT05 REF is a 2015 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 15 May 2015.

Is MT05 REF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT05 REF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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