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V631 FLJ

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Green Petrol 2398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

122,197 mi
Last recorded122,197 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2012
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV631 FLJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2012 122,197 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 111,259 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 104,701 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2009 97,964 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 91,847 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2008 91,794 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2007 85,286 miles

both rear dampers stained

exhaust mounting bracket to rear of centre silencer missing

n/s dipped beam pattern poor

Fail 22 Jan 2007 85,286 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

both rear dampers stained

exhaust bracket to rear of centre silencer corroded away

water droplets inside n/s headlamp lens, n/s beam pattern poor.

Fail 9 Feb 2006 76,923 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

long parking brake travel

stains both rear dampers

Pass 9 Feb 2006 76,923 miles

long parking brake travel

stains both rear dampers

Fail 26 Jan 2006 76,679 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

o/s/f tyre tread very low inner edge

stains both rear dampers

wear both front brake discs

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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V631 FLJ is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Green with a 2,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 V631 FLJ, 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

How do I check the history of V631 FLJ?

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What year was V631 FLJ registered?

V631 FLJ is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 26 January 2000.

Is V631 FLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V631 FLJ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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