2002 Mercedes-Benz E 2.7L Diesel · YJ52 HCP
2002 Mercedes-Benz E (2.7L, diesel). First registered 18 Dec 2002. Recorded mileage 158,134 miles. MOT expired on 13 May 2026. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ E
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 13 May 2026
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 158,134 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YJ52 HCP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/05/2025
- 158,134 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YJ52 HCP 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 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (YJ52 HCP) between May 2023 and May 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 May 2025 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: Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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: “Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))”; “Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))”; “Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”.
YJ52 HCP Mileage History
- 04/05/2023134,587 mi
- 06/05/2023134,589 mi+2 mi
- 07/05/2024147,014 mi+12,425 mi
- 13/05/2025158,132 mi+11,118 mi
- 15/05/2025158,134 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 11,594 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W210)
Our database tracks 6 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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- Severe RustSerious
The W210 generation is notorious for catastrophic corrosion due to Mercedes-Benz adopting water-based eco paints alongside inadequate factory anti-corrosion primer in the mid-1990s. Front spring perches, wheel arches, sill jacking points, door bottoms under rubber weatherstrips, and boot lock apertures suffer severe structural perforation.
- 722.6 Conductor Plate FailureModerate
The 5-speed 722.6 electronic automatic gearbox suffers from failed speed sensors on the internal plastic electro-hydraulic conductor plate. Furthermore, the 13-pin transmission wiring plug pilot bushing O-rings degrade, allowing ATF to wick up the wiring loom straight into the transmission control module in the passenger footwell.
- Front Suspension Upper Spring Perch DetachmentSerious
A lethal structural safety flaw on the W210 chassis is rust developing between the inner wheel arch panel and the spot-welded front upper coil spring perch cup. Severe hidden corrosion causes the welds to tear away completely, resulting in sudden suspension collapse and tyre rubbing.
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