MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
165,171 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
rear exhaust mounting corroded
Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
near/side front tire worn on outer edge
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz E?
Based on 4,722,746 MOT tests across 435,734 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VJI 2255 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E in Red with a 2,295cc petrol 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 VJI 2255, 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 VJI 2255 registered?
VJI 2255 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 31 December 1997.
Is VJI 2255 safe to buy?
The MOT history for VJI 2255 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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