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W459 VKK

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Petrol 2398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

101,090 mi
Last recorded101,090 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2017
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW459 VKK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2017 101,090 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 99,926 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 95,291 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 92,281 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2014 92,281 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Dec 2012 90,693 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 89,419 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 87,600 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 85,710 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 84,108 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 81,045 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 78,700 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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W459 VKK is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 2,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 W459 VKK, 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 W459 VKK registered?

W459 VKK is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 June 2000.

Is W459 VKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for W459 VKK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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