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11 RSH

1996 Mercedes-benz E

Green Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

59,522 mi
Last recorded59,522 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz E115,225 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration11 RSH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 59,522 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 59,139 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 58,550 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 57,513 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 56,813 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 55,859 miles

fuel cap seal perished

Pass 28 Aug 2018 55,408 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 55,005 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 53,851 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 52,815 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 52,614 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2013 52,582 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 51,769 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 50,799 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 50,799 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 49,396 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 47,146 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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11 RSH is a 1996 Mercedes-benz E in Green with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 115,225 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 11 RSH, 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 30 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 11 RSH?

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What year was 11 RSH registered?

11 RSH is a 1996 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is 11 RSH safe to buy?

The MOT history for 11 RSH shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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