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R496 TLX

1997 Mercedes E230 Elegance A

Grey Other 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2019
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,786 mi
Last recorded89,786 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2018
Typical for 1997 Mercedes E230 Elegance A116,617 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR496 TLX
MakeMercedes
ModelE230 Elegance A
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeOther
Engine2,295cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 17 Sep 2018 89,786 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes E230 Elegance A?

Based on 468 MOT tests across 100 vehicles.

69.0%
Pass Rate
8,040
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
100
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 35
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33
Stop lamp not working 28
Brake pipe excessively corroded 22
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 18
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R496 TLX is a 1997 Mercedes E230 Elegance A in Grey with a 2,295cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes E230 Elegance A models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 116,617 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes E230 Elegance A fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R496 TLX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes E230 Elegance A typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Mercedes E230 Elegance A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R496 TLX registered?

R496 TLX is a 1997 Mercedes E230 Elegance A, first registered on 13 August 1997.

Is R496 TLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R496 TLX shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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