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W431 ULM

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Black Petrol 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

156,368 mi
Last recorded156,368 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2015
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW431 ULM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2015 156,368 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2015 156,366 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 146,576 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 137,143 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 126,774 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 116,204 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 103,452 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 92,490 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 80,422 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 66,729 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2007 66,729 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Feb 2006 55,888 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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W431 ULM is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 2,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 W431 ULM, 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 W431 ULM registered?

W431 ULM is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W431 ULM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W431 ULM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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