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W639 XGK

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2017
Tests21 (11 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate52.4%

Mileage

306,508 mi
Last recorded306,508 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2017
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW639 XGK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 10 fail
Fail 11 Sep 2017 306,508 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Central Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

EML on

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 289,636 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brake pipe corroding

both front headlamp plastic lenses deteriorating

engine and under trays fitted restricting view

engine management lamp on

engine slightly smokey

engine underside oily

Fail 7 Sep 2016 289,636 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brake pipe corroding

both front headlamp plastic lenses deteriorating

engine and under trays fitted restricting view

engine management lamp on

engine slightly smokey

engine underside oily

Pass 7 Sep 2015 272,091 miles

EML on

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 7 Sep 2015 272,091 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

EML on

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 256,555 miles

EML on

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nail in nearside front tyre

oil low

Fail 15 Sep 2014 256,555 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

EML on

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

oil low

Fail 16 Sep 2013 239,754 miles

EML on

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Sep 2013 239,754 miles

EML on

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Sep 2012 223,302 miles

EML on

Fail 11 Sep 2012 223,302 miles

EML on

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 205,708 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 205,708 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 188,541 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 170,513 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 151,308 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 151,308 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 131,623 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2007 131,623 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2006 111,855 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2006 111,855 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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W639 XGK is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W639 XGK, 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

How do I check the history of W639 XGK?

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What year was W639 XGK registered?

W639 XGK is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 19 June 2000.

Is W639 XGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for W639 XGK shows 21 tests with a 52.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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