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W502 SLB

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Petrol 2379cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

162,195 mi
Last recorded162,195 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2014
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW502 SLB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,379cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2014 162,195 miles

general under body corrosion.

Pass 25 Jan 2013 160,192 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2012 156,735 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 153,269 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 146,560 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 140,405 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 140,405 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 134,612 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

off side front tyre worn on inner edge advise geometry to be checked

two rear tyres worn close to wear bars

Pass 31 Jul 2006 116,059 miles

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

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

slight play at o/s front suspension lower ball joint

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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W502 SLB is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,379cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 W502 SLB, 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 W502 SLB registered?

W502 SLB is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 8 May 2000.

Is W502 SLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W502 SLB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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