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V4 PBW

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Red Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

82,350 mi
Last recorded82,350 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV4 PBW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 82,350 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2025 76,912 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Dec 2024 76,833 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 74,191 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 67,373 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 66,212 miles

exhaust system minor corrosion

rear subframe minor corrosion

Pass 18 Jun 2019 64,469 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 62,304 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 60,447 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 58,168 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 54,803 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 54,803 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2014 52,231 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 48,875 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 48,875 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jun 2012 45,993 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 43,024 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 40,056 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2009 35,664 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 32,300 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 28,250 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 24,133 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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V4 PBW is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Red with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 V4 PBW, 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 V4 PBW registered?

V4 PBW is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 10 February 2000.

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