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W479 ETW

2000 Mercedes-benz 320

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

123,687 mi
Last recorded123,687 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2022
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz 32093,722 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW479 ETW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2022 123,687 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 119,280 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 116,879 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 113,707 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 110,031 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 106,498 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 100,197 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 6 May 2015 96,365 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 96,361 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Aug 2012

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Outer Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Outer Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 91,730 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 88,847 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 87,451 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 85,360 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 83,121 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 80,614 miles

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 320?

Based on 26,334 MOT tests across 2,283 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
4,844
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 956
Brake pipe excessively corroded 672
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 303
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 294
position lamp(s) not working 249
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W479 ETW is a 2000 Mercedes-benz 320 in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes-benz 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 93,722 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 956 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W479 ETW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 26 years old, this Mercedes-benz 320 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W479 ETW registered?

W479 ETW is a 2000 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 12 April 2000.

Is W479 ETW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W479 ETW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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