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BNZ 8001

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Black Diesel 3226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

196,910 mi
Last recorded196,910 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2014
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 8001
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,226cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2014 196,910 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 190,218 miles

both front wheel bearings minor freeplay

nail o/s/r tyre

o/s/f track rod end arm minor freeplay

Pass 26 Jan 2012 184,051 miles

N.S.Front inner arch starting to corrode.

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 173,440 miles

N.S.Front inner wing starting to corrode slightly.

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Jan 2011 173,440 miles

N.S.Front inner wing starting to corrode slightly.

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jan 2010 161,911 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 11 Jan 2010 161,911 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2009 151,710 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN NEARSIDE FRONT BOTTOM JOINT

Pass 3 Jan 2008 143,092 miles

slight play in nearside front bottom joint

Pass 28 Dec 2006 131,985 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 121,749 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2005 121,749 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz E?

Based on 4,722,746 MOT tests across 435,734 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
7,127
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
435,734
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 132,731
Brake pipe excessively corroded 57,433
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 41,321
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 39,376
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 37,959
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BNZ 8001 is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 3,226cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 102,010 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz E fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 132,731 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BNZ 8001, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz E typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 26 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BNZ 8001 registered?

BNZ 8001 is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 7 January 2000.

Is BNZ 8001 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 8001 shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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