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V438 BRP

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

117,078 mi
Last recorded117,078 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2012
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV438 BRP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2012 117,078 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 108,311 miles

can not see lower part of rear coil springs

Pass 24 Feb 2010 97,882 miles

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

off side front tyre edge worn recommended new tyre

off side play in steering rack joint

sill covers and belly plate fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2009 86,624 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Pass 27 Feb 2008 77,328 miles

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

offside front jacking point damaged block missing.

Fail 1 Mar 2007 68,511 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2007 68,511 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 55,898 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2006 55,896 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

large undertrays fitted - unable to fully check some items

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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V438 BRP is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 V438 BRP, 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 V438 BRP registered?

V438 BRP is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 18 January 2000.

Is V438 BRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for V438 BRP shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V438 BRP have outstanding finance?

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