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V588 NAM

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

184,381 mi
Last recorded184,381 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2015
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV588 NAM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2015 184,381 miles

REAR METAL BRAKE PIPES VERY CORRODED / VARIOUS BOTH SIDES

Fail 9 Jun 2015 184,374 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

REAR METAL BRAKE PIPES VERY CORRODED / VARIOUS BOTH SIDES

SLIGHT EXHAUST BLOW FROM CENTRE EXHAUST JOINT

Pass 16 Jun 2014 182,397 miles

rear steel brake pipes corroded

Fail 13 Jun 2014 182,393 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

rear steel brake pipes corroded

Pass 26 Jul 2013 176,000 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 170,078 miles

offside rear lower side light not working

Fail 2 May 2012 170,078 miles

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

offside rear lower side light not working

rear tyres worn close to legal limit

Pass 6 Apr 2011 165,712 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 160,418 miles

corrosion forming on all steel brake and fuel pipes

various rear suspension arms have bushes in poor condition

Fail 9 Mar 2010 160,418 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

corrosion forming on all steel brake and fuel pipes

Pass 7 Aug 2008 152,009 miles
Fail 17 May 2007 134,235 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

rear brakes 55% unbalanced

Pass 17 May 2007 134,235 miles

rear brakes 55% unbalanced

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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V588 NAM is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 V588 NAM, 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 V588 NAM registered?

V588 NAM is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 8 February 2000.

Is V588 NAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V588 NAM shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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