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W266 TLF

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Black Diesel 3226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

37,622 mi
Last recorded37,622 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2014
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW266 TLF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,226cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2014 37,622 miles

front wiper blade deteriorating

Pass 6 Sep 2013 37,622 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 38,672 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 30 Aug 2012 38,672 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 38,932 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 30 Jun 2010 38,660 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 37,738 miles

milage and trip meter not working

Fail 26 Jun 2009

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

milage and trip meter not working

Fail 4 Jun 2008 41,748 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 41,748 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 61,224 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 61,224 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2007 58,585 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 51,069 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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W266 TLF is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 3,226cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 W266 TLF, 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 W266 TLF registered?

W266 TLF is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 14 June 2000.

Is W266 TLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W266 TLF shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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