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490 XYD

1996 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

128,223 mi
Last recorded128,223 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz E115,225 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration490 XYD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2026 128,223 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 119,617 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 119,024 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 117,696 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 116,892 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 116,230 miles

all tyres over 10 years old

Pass 9 Jul 2019 115,361 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 114,708 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 113,356 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 113,287 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 112,100 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 110,188 miles

deterioration dust cover (inner)nearside front track arm

Pass 22 May 2013 109,480 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 109,035 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 107,603 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 106,672 miles

nearside parking brake reading on the low side (n/s150) (o/s250)

Pass 12 May 2009 104,235 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 99,231 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 94,964 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 90,602 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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490 XYD is a 1996 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 490 XYD, 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 490 XYD?

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What year was 490 XYD registered?

490 XYD is a 1996 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is 490 XYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 490 XYD shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 490 XYD have outstanding finance?

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