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W436 SLH

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Black Petrol 2398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

195,114 mi
Last recorded195,114 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW436 SLH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2017 195,114 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 194,063 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 194,063 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

rear suspension soft

Pass 17 Nov 2015 188,875 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 181,016 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2014 181,016 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 11 Nov 2013 172,104 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2012 164,117 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2012 164,117 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Nov 2011 153,906 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 7 Nov 2011 153,906 miles

Dipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (1.7.4b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 141,016 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 126,682 miles

advise only, headlights not working on main beam.

Fail 25 Jun 2009 124,098 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2008 115,377 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 102,778 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 89,747 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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W436 SLH is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 2,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 W436 SLH, 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 W436 SLH registered?

W436 SLH is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 26 June 2000.

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