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7997 VJ

2003 Mercedes-benz E

Black Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2013
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

347,765 mi
Last recorded347,765 miles
Recorded on26 May 2012
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz E96,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration7997 VJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2012 347,765 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 347,262 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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7997 VJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 96,374 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 7997 VJ, 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 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 7997 VJ registered?

7997 VJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 21 May 2003.

Is 7997 VJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 7997 VJ shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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