MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
111,523 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Centre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
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Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
Front An item not tested (Manual)
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz E?
Based on 4,722,746 MOT tests across 435,734 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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W138 TFM is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 W138 TFM, 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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How do I check the history of W138 TFM?
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What year was W138 TFM registered?
W138 TFM is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 28 July 2000.
Is W138 TFM safe to buy?
The MOT history for W138 TFM shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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