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YY55 SZF

2006 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

158,387 mi
Last recorded158,387 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz E93,352 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY55 SZF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 24 Mar 2022 158,387 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Central Rear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire Around prop shaft an tank (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake damaged to the extent that braking performance is affected Disc Backing Plate Insecure (1.1.21 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Apr 2021 148,308 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2021 148,265 miles

Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Advise general corrosion.

Advise o,s front brake pipe corroded.

Pass 12 Mar 2019 147,367 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Mar 2018 145,387 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 142,821 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2016 140,415 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 137,460 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 135,287 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 105,869 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 89,939 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 81,752 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 71,907 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 56,425 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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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YY55 SZF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 93,352 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 YY55 SZF, 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 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YY55 SZF registered?

YY55 SZF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 6 February 2006.

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