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W251 GKU

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Grey Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

173,650 mi
Last recorded173,650 miles
Recorded on17 May 2008
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW251 GKU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2008 173,650 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 164,687 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 164,645 miles

Centre Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

n/s/r tyre on 2mm

Pass 2 Aug 2006 157,202 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2005 141,976 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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W251 GKU is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Grey with a 2,151cc 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 W251 GKU, 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 W251 GKU?

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What year was W251 GKU registered?

W251 GKU is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 August 2000.

Is W251 GKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W251 GKU 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.

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