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1994 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

105,190 mi
Last recorded105,190 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz E130,590 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration1 SET
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 105,190 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 105,169 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 105,008 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 104,690 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 104,594 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 104,589 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 104,574 miles

under tray fitted

Fail 8 Aug 2019 104,574 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

under tray fitted

Pass 21 Aug 2018 104,467 miles

o/s n/s front tyres cracked slightly on tread pattern

under tray fitted

Pass 1 Sep 2017 104,317 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 104,314 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2015 104,311 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 27 Aug 2014 104,308 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 104,300 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Aug 2012 104,207 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel pipe slightly corroded

Pass 3 Aug 2011 104,153 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 104,136 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 104,101 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2008 103,998 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 103,992 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 103,988 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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1 SET is a 1994 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 130,590 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 1 SET, 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 32 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 1 SET?

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What year was 1 SET registered?

1 SET is a 1994 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 21 March 1994.

Is 1 SET safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1 SET shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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