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W291 DGU

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 3226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

211,603 mi
Last recorded211,603 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2014
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW291 DGU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,226cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2014 211,603 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

REAR BRAKE PADS ARE ON THE LIMIT. ADVISE RENEWAL

front bumper has impact damage

rear wiper blade is worn out

Fail 29 Jan 2014 211,399 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

REAR BRAKE PADS ARE ON THE LIMIT. ADVISE RENEWAL

front bumper has impact damage

rear wiper blade is worn out

Pass 29 Jan 2013 146,327 miles

SRS warning light on

nearside rear jacking pad is missing

rear wiper blade is split

Fail 5 Jan 2012 125,650 miles

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

Offside Front Lower coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 5 Jan 2012 125,650 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 117,285 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 111,386 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 102,859 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 95,681 miles

REAR WIPER BLADE SPLIT OFF SIDE FRONT FOG LIGHT INOP

Fail 10 Jan 2008 95,681 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

REAR WIPER BLADE SPLIT OFF SIDE FRONT FOG LIGHT INOP

Pass 8 Jan 2007 89,916 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 77,607 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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W291 DGU is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 3,226cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W291 DGU, 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 W291 DGU registered?

W291 DGU is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 16 August 2000.

Is W291 DGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W291 DGU shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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