2005 Mercedes-Benz E 1.8L Petrol · RY05 ECN
2005 Mercedes-Benz E (1.8L, petrol). First registered 30 Jun 2005. Recorded mileage 170,028 miles. MOT valid until 19 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ E
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 170,028 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RY05 ECN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/07/2026
- 170,028 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RY05 ECN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (RY05 ECN) between January 2025 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
RY05 ECN Mileage History
- 23/01/2025163,424 mi
- 14/05/2025165,973 mi+2,549 mi
- 04/06/2025165,974 mi+1 mi
- 13/06/2025165,974 mi
- 21/07/2026170,028 mi+4,054 mi
Average of roughly 4,436 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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