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R869 TGF

1997 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

167,594 mi
Last recorded167,594 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2018
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz E113,015 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR869 TGF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2018 167,594 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nsr,osr rear sub frame mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2018 167,594 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nsr,osr rear sub frame mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2017 165,055 miles

Nearside Front tyre on legal limit

Nearside Rear nearing limit

Pass 20 Sep 2016 160,700 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush bush starting to split (2.7.4)

Fail 20 Sep 2016 160,699 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush bush starting to split (2.7.4)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 157,748 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 152,401 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 146,491 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 142,049 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 141,647 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 134,355 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 129,159 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 126,396 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 121,598 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 116,556 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2005 111,340 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2005 111,340 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 TGF is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 TGF, 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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R869 TGF is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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