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A15 EMU

2001 Mercedes-benz E

Black Diesel 3226cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

74,105 mi
Last recorded74,105 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz E100,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 EMU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,226cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 74,105 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front lower arms are corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both front wheel bearing have slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner wing (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner wing (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front mounting points on rear subframe corroded also spreading to jacking points (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension arms on the rear both sides are corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

all 4 shockers have corrosion not weakened

sill covers fitted stopping the full inspection of the vehicle

Pass 1 May 2025 73,884 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside front inner wing (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of outer sills

Pass 21 Sep 2023 73,400 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

unable to check full length of outer sills due to covers fitted

Pass 17 Oct 2022 73,033 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 72,712 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 72,450 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 72,017 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 71,632 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 70,945 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 70,224 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 69,475 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 68,431 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 67,654 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 64,352 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 61,256 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2010 57,054 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 16 Aug 2010 57,041 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 51,663 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 47,630 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2008 47,630 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 May 2007 40,312 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 32,975 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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A15 EMU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 3,226cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 100,452 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 A15 EMU, 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 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A15 EMU registered?

A15 EMU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 23 November 2001.

Is A15 EMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A15 EMU shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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