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YXI 4216

1997 Mercedes-benz E

Black Petrol 2398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

154,784 mi
Last recorded154,784 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2009
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz E113,015 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYXI 4216
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,398cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2009 154,784 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 128,279 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

driver's door mirror cracked.

Pass 12 Sep 2006 101,159 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2006 101,159 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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YXI 4216 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 2,398cc 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 YXI 4216, 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 YXI 4216 registered?

YXI 4216 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 17 November 1997.

Is YXI 4216 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YXI 4216 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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