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W656 GCC

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 3266cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

113,693 mi
Last recorded113,693 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2015
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW656 GCC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,266cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2015 113,693 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 112,964 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

offside rear tyre underinflated and worn on inside edge

Fail 7 Aug 2012 112,964 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

offside rear tyre underinflated and worn on inside edge

Pass 21 Jun 2011 112,531 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 6 May 2010 109,603 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

front tyres worn on outer edges

offside mirror discoloured

rear tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 5 May 2010 109,603 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

front tyres worn on outer edges

offside mirror discoloured

rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 18 May 2009 108,174 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 May 2008 104,455 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 104,455 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 May 2007 101,709 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 98,110 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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W656 GCC is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 3,266cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 W656 GCC, 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 W656 GCC registered?

W656 GCC is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W656 GCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W656 GCC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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