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A4 XGE

2001 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

97,971 mi
Last recorded97,971 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz E100,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA4 XGE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2017 97,971 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 89,804 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 80,779 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 67,945 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 57,813 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 48,363 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 36,428 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 3 Feb 2011 36,428 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 36,389 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 36,389 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 6 May 2008 39,695 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Nov 2006 35,615 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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A4 XGE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 A4 XGE, 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 A4 XGE registered?

A4 XGE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 10 May 2001.

Is A4 XGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A4 XGE shows 12 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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