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V549 FGM

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Purple Diesel 3226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

107,960 mi
Last recorded107,960 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2016
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV549 FGM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,226cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2016 107,960 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 102,886 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 97,518 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2014 97,517 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 91,198 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 91,198 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 89,438 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 89,387 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 89,332 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 88,966 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 85,372 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 80,535 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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V549 FGM is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Purple with a 3,226cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 V549 FGM, 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 V549 FGM registered?

V549 FGM is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 7 January 2000.

Is V549 FGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V549 FGM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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