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V240 FSP

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Purple Petrol 2398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2012
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

92,584 mi
Last recorded92,584 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2011
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV240 FSP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2011 92,584 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front bumper insecure

Pass 13 Dec 2010 89,244 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 82,700 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 80,194 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 May 2007 75,005 miles

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 21 May 2007 74,833 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 13 Dec 2006 63,165 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 62,022 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 31 May 2006 62,022 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 61,773 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2006 61,773 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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V240 FSP is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Purple with a 2,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 102,010 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 V240 FSP, 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 V240 FSP?

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What year was V240 FSP registered?

V240 FSP is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 4 February 2000.

Is V240 FSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for V240 FSP shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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