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A16 BRS

1996 Mercedes-benz E

White Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

167,521 mi
Last recorded167,521 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2009
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz E115,225 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 BRS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2009 167,521 miles

corrosion o/s and n/s floor

front tyres worn on eged

Fail 24 Aug 2009 167,242 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

corrosion o/s and n/s floor

front tyres worn on eged

Pass 29 Aug 2008 160,992 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 153,522 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2007 153,522 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 145,108 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 145,108 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

offside front floor rusted(outer skin)

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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A16 BRS is a 1996 Mercedes-benz E in White with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 A16 BRS, 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.

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What year was A16 BRS registered?

A16 BRS is a 1996 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is A16 BRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 BRS shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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