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R869 AKM

1997 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Diesel 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

215,413 mi
Last recorded215,413 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2010
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz E113,015 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR869 AKM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2010 215,413 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2009 206,587 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 206,587 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 194,137 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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R869 AKM is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 2,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R869 AKM, 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 R869 AKM registered?

R869 AKM is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 28 October 1997.

Is R869 AKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R869 AKM shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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