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AD51 VSL

2001 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

149,581 mi
Last recorded149,581 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2012
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz E100,452 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD51 VSL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2012 149,581 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Fail 22 Feb 2012 149,581 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 133,538 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 133,445 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 128,256 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 125,851 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 122,208 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 112,424 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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AD51 VSL is a 2001 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AD51 VSL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD51 VSL registered?

AD51 VSL is a 2001 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is AD51 VSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD51 VSL shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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