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W256 XGN

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Beige Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

101,506 mi
Last recorded101,506 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2016
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW256 XGN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 8 Jun 2016 101,506 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre wearing unevenly may require wheel alignment

Pass 23 May 2015 94,206 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 May 2014 87,898 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 23 May 2013 81,369 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

offside rear exhaust hanger bracket missing

Pass 25 May 2012 75,815 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 May 2011 67,795 miles

Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 13 May 2010 59,751 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 59,743 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Outer Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 13 May 2009 51,563 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 41,414 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 34,948 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 29,666 miles

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

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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W256 XGN is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Beige with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 W256 XGN, 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

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What year was W256 XGN registered?

W256 XGN is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 16 May 2000.

Is W256 XGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for W256 XGN shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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