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R869 YDX

1997 Mercedes-benz E

White Diesel 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

95,078 mi
Last recorded95,078 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2013
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz E113,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR869 YDX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2013 95,078 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 94,872 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 91,399 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 26 Feb 2010 91,398 miles

Centre Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 87,920 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 83,540 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 60,496 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 48,604 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 YDX is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E in White with a 2,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YDX, 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 YDX registered?

R869 YDX is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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