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A18 CKL

1996 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

95,085 mi
Last recorded95,085 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2020
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz E115,225 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 CKL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2020 95,085 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 91,388 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 87,553 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 83,254 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 79,226 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 77,017 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2015 77,001 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 75,467 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 72,478 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 69,252 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 66,890 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 64,680 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 62,957 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 62,957 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 May 2008 62,248 miles

Nearside parking brake lightly sticking

Pass 6 Jun 2007 61,373 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 61,373 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2005 61,369 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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A18 CKL is a 1996 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 A18 CKL, 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

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What year was A18 CKL registered?

A18 CKL is a 1996 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 3 April 1996.

Is A18 CKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 CKL shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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