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RLZ 1209

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Petrol 2398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

159,255 mi
Last recorded159,255 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2018
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLZ 1209
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2018 159,255 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 144,104 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 128,848 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 113,541 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 112,386 miles

front tyre sizws differant from rear tyre sizes

Fail 30 May 2014 112,379 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jan 2013 110,496 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 108,899 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 105,725 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 99,442 miles

rear pipes brake/fuel slight corrosion

Fail 7 Jan 2010 99,442 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

rear pipes brake/fuel slight corrosion

Pass 3 Feb 2009 98,046 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2007 94,588 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2007 94,588 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

Pass 5 Jan 2006 86,705 miles

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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RLZ 1209 is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RLZ 1209, 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 RLZ 1209 registered?

RLZ 1209 is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 19 January 2000.

Is RLZ 1209 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLZ 1209 shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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