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W522 LTA

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Red Petrol 2398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

168,701 mi
Last recorded168,701 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW522 LTA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2017 168,701 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 168,125 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

fuel cap seal perrished

Pass 16 Sep 2015 166,564 miles

headlight patterns poor

rear brakes slightly out of balance

surface corrosion forming on metal brake pipes

Pass 29 Sep 2014 164,349 miles

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

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

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

front wiper poor

rear brake lines poor

Fail 24 Sep 2014 164,349 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

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

front wiper poor

rear brake lines poor

Pass 24 Sep 2013 162,721 miles

all tyres close to limit and poor

os door mirror poor

rear brake lines poor

slight play in both front wheel brngs

Pass 1 Oct 2012 160,167 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 156,966 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 150,187 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2010 150,187 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 140,390 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 127,355 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2007 117,268 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 107,575 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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W522 LTA is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Red with a 2,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 W522 LTA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W522 LTA registered?

W522 LTA is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 19 May 2000.

Is W522 LTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for W522 LTA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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