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V436 FCG

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Bronze Petrol 2398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

149,683 mi
Last recorded149,683 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2008
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV436 FCG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,398cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2008 149,683 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2008 149,683 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

both rear tyres are wearing on the edges

gearbox leak

screen chip

Fail 28 Dec 2007 143,903 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Dec 2007 143,903 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2006 135,576 miles

advise replace both front antiroll bar links

n/s/f tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 5 Jan 2006 122,762 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2006 122,761 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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V436 FCG is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Bronze with a 2,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V436 FCG, 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.

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What year was V436 FCG registered?

V436 FCG is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 12 January 2000.

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