2005 Mercedes-Benz E 3.2L Diesel · YY05 XKD
2005 Mercedes-Benz E (3.2L, diesel). First registered 15 Jul 2005. Recorded mileage 180,895 miles. MOT valid until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ E
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Beverley / Hull
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 180,895 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YY05 XKD Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/02/2026
- 180,895 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YY05 XKD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (YY05 XKD) between February 2026 and February 2026.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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