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W653 EGF

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

31,527 mi
Last recorded31,527 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2021
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW653 EGF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2021 31,527 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 29,996 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 28,777 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 27,283 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 25,974 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 23,755 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2016 23,755 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2015 21,920 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 19,660 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 18,575 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside front and nearside rear tyre have sidewall cracks on tyres

Pass 12 Jun 2013 18,575 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

nearside front and nearside rear tyre have sidewall cracks on tyres

Pass 26 Jun 2012 16,926 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 Jun 2012 16,926 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 16,440 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

cut in nearside rear tyre outer side wall

Pass 17 Jun 2010 15,636 miles

rear no. plate start to discolour

Pass 16 Jun 2009 14,043 miles

front no plate cracked

rear no plate start to discolour

Fail 15 Jun 2009 14,043 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front no plate cracked

rear no plate start to discolour

Pass 19 Jun 2008 13,089 miles

front no plate cracked

Pass 28 Jun 2007 12,628 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 12,628 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 11,228 miles

incorrect vin no in V5 document

nail in tyre

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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W653 EGF is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 102,010 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 W653 EGF, 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 W653 EGF registered?

W653 EGF is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 4 July 2000.

Is W653 EGF safe to buy?

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