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V501 PDV

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Diesel 3266cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

214,111 mi
Last recorded214,111 miles
Recorded on7 May 2014
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV501 PDV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,266cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2014 214,111 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 209,036 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyre inner walls cut-no visable cords

Pass 11 Jul 2012 198,281 miles

Oil leak

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 186,277 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2011 186,276 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 176,183 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 166,774 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 147,003 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 128,376 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2006 110,616 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2006 110,616 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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V501 PDV is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 3,266cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 V501 PDV, 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 V501 PDV registered?

V501 PDV is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is V501 PDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V501 PDV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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