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RFZ 6565

2008 Mercedes E280 CDI Avantgarde Auto

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

138,032 mi
Last recorded138,032 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFZ 6565
MakeMercedes
ModelE280 CDI Avantgarde Auto
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 138,032 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 133,207 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2025 133,142 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 121,717 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 110,074 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 103,197 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2021 102,788 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020
Pass 6 Jul 2019 80,689 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 77,161 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2018 77,126 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 72,311 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes E280 CDI Avantgarde Auto?

Based on 1,508 MOT tests across 258 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
6,962
Miles/Year
258
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1
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RFZ 6565 is a 2008 Mercedes E280 CDI Avantgarde Auto in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Mercedes E280 CDI Avantgarde Auto fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RFZ 6565, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RFZ 6565 registered?

RFZ 6565 is a 2008 Mercedes E280 CDI Avantgarde Auto, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is RFZ 6565 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFZ 6565 shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RFZ 6565 have outstanding finance?

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