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XCZ 9482

1997 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

127,601 mi
Last recorded127,601 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2011
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz E113,015 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXCZ 9482
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2011 127,601 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 117,174 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2009 117,167 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 115,088 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 111,186 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 109,357 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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XCZ 9482 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XCZ 9482, 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 XCZ 9482 registered?

XCZ 9482 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 7 April 1997.

Is XCZ 9482 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XCZ 9482 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XCZ 9482 have outstanding finance?

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