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W291 NAM

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Gold Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

147,970 mi
Last recorded147,970 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2014
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW291 NAM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2014 147,970 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 142,859 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 137,853 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 May 2011 132,898 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 10 May 2011 132,878 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 May 2010 123,245 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 23 Apr 2010 122,933 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 109,250 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 99,161 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 86,902 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 76,109 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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W291 NAM is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Gold with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 NAM, 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 W291 NAM registered?

W291 NAM is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 17 July 2000.

Is W291 NAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W291 NAM shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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