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W388 OGC

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 2155cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

206,854 mi
Last recorded206,854 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2009
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW388 OGC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,155cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2009 206,854 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 192,705 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 192,705 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2007 178,702 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 167,504 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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W388 OGC is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,155cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 W388 OGC, 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 W388 OGC registered?

W388 OGC is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W388 OGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W388 OGC shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W388 OGC have outstanding finance?

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