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X1B3889

1997 Mercedes-benz E

Red Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,826 mi
Last recorded67,826 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2005
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz E113,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX1B3889
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 19 Jul 2005 67,826 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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X1B3889 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E in Red with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 X1B3889, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X1B3889 registered?

X1B3889 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is X1B3889 safe to buy?

The MOT history for X1B3889 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X1B3889 have outstanding finance?

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