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W356 VKJ

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

160,075 mi
Last recorded160,075 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2013
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW356 VKJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 23 Apr 2013 160,075 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 160,075 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 157,368 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 147,610 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 147,610 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 135,720 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 122,197 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 112,791 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 103,409 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 92,673 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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W356 VKJ is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 W356 VKJ, 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

How do I check the history of W356 VKJ?

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What year was W356 VKJ registered?

W356 VKJ is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 18 April 2000.

Is W356 VKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W356 VKJ shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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