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W396 GOX

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Black Diesel 3226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

155,315 mi
Last recorded155,315 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2018
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW396 GOX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,226cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2018 155,315 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

general under body corrosion

Pass 30 Aug 2017 149,719 miles

CRACK IN SCREEN

UNDER CAR CORRODED

Pass 1 Sep 2016 145,451 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2015 140,074 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 128,802 miles

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

Fail 1 Sep 2014 128,802 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 28 Aug 2013 121,745 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 121,745 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 113,860 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 106,352 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 99,046 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 81,789 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 78,103 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 22 Aug 2007 71,771 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

some play steering rack [full lock[

Pass 30 Aug 2006 64,438 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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W396 GOX is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 3,226cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 W396 GOX, 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 W396 GOX registered?

W396 GOX is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 4 July 2000.

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