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W478 MVV

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Gold Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

105,279 mi
Last recorded105,279 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW478 MVV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 105,279 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 100,731 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 97,184 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 97,184 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2012
Pass 13 Apr 2011 85,457 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 81,462 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2010 81,462 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 77,232 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2009 77,203 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 Feb 2008 73,269 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 65,807 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 64,060 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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W478 MVV is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Gold with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 W478 MVV, 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 W478 MVV registered?

W478 MVV is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 12 May 2000.

Is W478 MVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W478 MVV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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