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W424 EKJ

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

76,554 mi
Last recorded76,554 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2018
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW424 EKJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2018 76,554 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 75,819 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear exhaust heatshields detached

Fail 30 Nov 2016 75,818 miles

Central Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported both hangers rusted / broken (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front fog lamp not working

Nearside Rear Inner Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear exhaust heatshields detached

Pass 2 Apr 2015 75,572 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 31 Mar 2015 75,572 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 May 2014 74,421 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 74,421 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 72,844 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 72,844 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 71,365 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/r light lens cracked

Fail 19 Jun 2012 71,365 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/r light lens cracked

Pass 2 Mar 2011 70,415 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 70,415 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 67,618 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 60,991 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 58,677 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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W424 EKJ is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W424 EKJ, 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 W424 EKJ registered?

W424 EKJ is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 6 April 2000.

Is W424 EKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W424 EKJ shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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