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W353 TLK

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

121,980 mi
Last recorded121,980 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2016
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW353 TLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2016 121,980 miles

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 May 2015 119,918 miles

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 115,621 miles

Corrosion offside rear(underneath) by fuel tank over flow pipe

FRont No plate cracked

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

Oil leak

Pass 22 May 2013 110,807 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 110,806 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 21 May 2012 104,690 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 104,689 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 23 May 2011 98,919 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 92,696 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 84,064 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 May 2009 84,064 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 75,985 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 75,983 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 May 2007 68,486 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2006 61,074 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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W353 TLK is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 W353 TLK, 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 W353 TLK registered?

W353 TLK is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 11 August 2000.

Is W353 TLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for W353 TLK shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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