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V148 ELU

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Petrol 2398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

76,940 mi
Last recorded76,940 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2012
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV148 ELU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2012 76,940 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 75,743 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 73,349 miles

front and rear number plates just readable

Pass 10 Oct 2009 70,750 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 68,199 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 55,329 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

REAR BRAKE PADS TO BE CHECKED

Pass 9 Nov 2006 49,173 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 49,173 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Oct 2005 45,998 miles

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

offside front tyre has nail in tread

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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V148 ELU is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 V148 ELU, 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

How do I check the history of V148 ELU?

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What year was V148 ELU registered?

V148 ELU is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 18 January 2000.

Is V148 ELU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V148 ELU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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