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W656 XGK

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Green Diesel 3226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

159,788 mi
Last recorded159,788 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2017
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW656 XGK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,226cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2017 159,788 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 159,491 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2016 142,021 miles

BOTH FRONT SIDE LIGHT BULBS BORDERLINE INCORRECT COLOUR - ADVISE REPLACEMENT

Brake pipe slightly corroded VARIOUS PIPES NEAR LOAD VALVE / ABOVE REAR SUBFRAME - ADVISE CLEAN AND SEAL (3.6.B.2c)

CHILDSEAT FITTED IN OSR - SEAT BELT NOT TESTED

ENGINE COVERS FITTED

N/S HEADLAMP IMAGE CLARITY POOR - ADVISE REPLACEMENT

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit EXTREME INNER EDGE BALD - ADVISE REPLACEMENT (4.1.E.1)

O/S HEADLAMP IMAGE CLARITY POOR - ADVISE REPLACEMENT

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit EXTREME INNER EDGE BALD - ADVISE REPLACEMENT (4.1.E.1)

UNDERTRAYS FITTED

Pass 30 Jun 2015 124,446 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 114,602 miles

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

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 3 Jul 2013 106,962 miles

rear number plate poor

Pass 11 Jun 2012 100,460 miles

rear number plate security poor

Fail 20 Jun 2011 95,465 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 95,465 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 85,391 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 73,405 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2009 73,405 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2008 64,413 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 56,206 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 46,748 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 XGK is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Green with a 3,226cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 W656 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.

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What year was W656 XGK registered?

W656 XGK is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 7 July 2000.

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