2005 Mercedes E 3.2L Diesel · YKH 1
2005 Mercedes E (3.2L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2005. Recorded mileage 106,260 miles. MOT valid until 29 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES E
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 106,260 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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YKH 1 Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/07/2026
- 106,260 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (20 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YKH 1 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 E (YKH 1) between May 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 01 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: Suspension (20 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Steering (4 issues), Lighting (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 30 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: “Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stren”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
YKH 1 Mileage History
- 10/05/2024100,525 mi
- 08/05/2025104,335 mi+3,810 mi
- 12/05/2025104,345 mi+10 mi
- 11/05/2026106,240 mi+1,895 mi
- 01/07/2026106,260 mi+20 mi
Average of roughly 2,678 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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