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W228 KPA

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

156,153 mi
Last recorded156,153 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2012
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW228 KPA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2012 156,153 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

nearside front fog lamp not working and has damage

Fail 25 Jun 2012 156,152 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

nearside front fog lamp not working and has damage

Pass 28 Jun 2011 142,154 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 126,451 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 117,800 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 113,682 miles

both rear tyres devoid of tread on inner edges (stepped tread pattern)

slight wear in nearside rear lower transverse suspension arm outer bush to hub

Pass 8 Jan 2007 97,802 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2006 80,962 miles

rattle from underbody area

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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W228 KPA is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 W228 KPA, 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 W228 KPA registered?

W228 KPA is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 6 July 2000.

Is W228 KPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for W228 KPA shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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