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A18 FYK

2001 Mercedes-benz E

Grey Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

68,633 mi
Last recorded68,633 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz E100,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 FYK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 68,633 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2024 67,887 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 67,269 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 30 Oct 2023 67,264 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 66,668 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 65,824 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 64,713 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 16 Oct 2020 64,713 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 63,120 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2019 63,119 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 61,693 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 59,113 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 May 2016 57,258 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 55,747 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 53,986 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 52,259 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 50,700 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2012 50,700 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 48,672 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 46,577 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 43,236 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 37,133 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 32,784 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 FYK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz E in Grey with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 A18 FYK, 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 A18 FYK registered?

A18 FYK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 11 December 2001.

Is A18 FYK safe to buy?

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