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W231 SGF

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Diesel 3226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

97,033 mi
Last recorded97,033 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2008
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW231 SGF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,226cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2008 97,033 miles

windscreen has crack not in swept area also some chips ok at time of test could get worse

Fail 22 Aug 2008 97,011 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 93,731 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 82,633 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 79,109 miles

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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W231 SGF is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 3,226cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 W231 SGF, 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 W231 SGF registered?

W231 SGF is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 29 March 2000.

Is W231 SGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W231 SGF shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W231 SGF have outstanding finance?

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