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W591 VJW

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Gold Diesel 3226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

207,885 mi
Last recorded207,885 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2019
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW591 VJW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,226cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2019 207,885 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 29 May 2019 207,880 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering spring top (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 191,783 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 180,625 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front b ush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 171,740 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 162,895 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 162,895 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2013 153,691 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 143,852 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 129,254 miles

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 115,558 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 100,515 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 86,761 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 83,472 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 74,290 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 65,799 miles

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

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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W591 VJW is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Gold with a 3,226cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 W591 VJW, 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 W591 VJW registered?

W591 VJW is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 3 March 2000.

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