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P794 XRH

1996 Mercedes E230 Elegance A

Silver Other 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2022
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

137,869 mi
Last recorded137,869 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2021
Typical for 1996 Mercedes E230 Elegance A104,399 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP794 XRH
MakeMercedes
ModelE230 Elegance A
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine2,295cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 3 Dec 2021 137,869 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 123,239 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 115,684 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes E230 Elegance A?

Based on 468 MOT tests across 100 vehicles.

69.0%
Pass Rate
8,040
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
100
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 35
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33
Stop lamp not working 28
Brake pipe excessively corroded 22
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 18
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P794 XRH is a 1996 Mercedes E230 Elegance A in Silver with a 2,295cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes E230 Elegance A models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 104,399 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes E230 Elegance A fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P794 XRH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes E230 Elegance A typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Mercedes E230 Elegance A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P794 XRH registered?

P794 XRH is a 1996 Mercedes E230 Elegance A, first registered on 11 December 1996.

Is P794 XRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P794 XRH shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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