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V8 BFW

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

119,393 mi
Last recorded119,393 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2021
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 BFW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2021 119,393 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2020 116,859 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 115,039 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 111,272 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 106,398 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2017 106,398 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 101,451 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 97,344 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 92,400 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 85,008 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 81,441 miles

Centre Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2007 78,006 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 71,857 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 71,854 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2006 64,093 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN NEAR SIDE REAR WHEEL BEARING

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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V8 BFW is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 V8 BFW, 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 V8 BFW registered?

V8 BFW is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 4 July 2000.

Is V8 BFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for V8 BFW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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