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V157 HBJ

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 3226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

142,392 mi
Last recorded142,392 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2018
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV157 HBJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,226cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2018 142,392 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 142,287 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 142,287 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 141,129 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 137,749 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 133,016 miles

both rear brake flexi pipes degraded change asap

front /rear brake pads worn close to limits unable to view fully

front brake discs poor worn condition

play starting n/s front hub

rear inner box sections/front /rear jacking pionts starting to corrode treat asap

Fail 3 Mar 2011 133,016 miles

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

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

both rear brake flexi pipes degraded change asap

front /rear brake pads worn close to limits unable to view fully

front brake discs poor worn condition

play starting n/s front hub

rear inner box sections/front /rear jacking pionts starting to corrode treat asap

Pass 1 Mar 2010 128,563 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 118,049 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 117,259 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Aug 2006 97,911 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Jan 2006 96,511 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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V157 HBJ is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Silver 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 V157 HBJ, 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 V157 HBJ registered?

V157 HBJ is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 7 January 2000.

Is V157 HBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V157 HBJ 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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