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YIW 3471

1997 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

120,734 mi
Last recorded120,734 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2006
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz E113,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYIW 3471
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 12 Sep 2006 120,734 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both front tyres wearing on shoulders

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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YIW 3471 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E in Blue 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 YIW 3471, 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 YIW 3471 registered?

YIW 3471 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is YIW 3471 safe to buy?

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