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YXI 5712

1997 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2024
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

156,766 mi
Last recorded156,766 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2023
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz E113,015 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYXI 5712
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2023 156,766 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 155,176 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 153,412 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 152,124 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 150,652 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2019 150,652 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 148,532 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2018 148,532 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 146,480 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 144,271 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Body has slight corrosion under body (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 141,992 miles

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

oil leak

Pass 23 Oct 2014 138,740 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Oct 2013 134,133 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 127,547 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 121,325 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 115,027 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 108,450 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 102,619 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 96,010 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 89,582 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 83,545 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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YXI 5712 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 5712, 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

How do I check the history of YXI 5712?

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What year was YXI 5712 registered?

YXI 5712 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 7 February 1997.

Is YXI 5712 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YXI 5712 shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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