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W686 VOJ

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 3226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

135,312 mi
Last recorded135,312 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2015
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW686 VOJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,226cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2015 135,312 miles

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

small play n/side steering rack joint

Pass 11 Apr 2014 126,703 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both front inner wheel arch liners show signs of tyre contact

both head lamp lenses deteriorated

bulb warning message illuminated on dash

offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated,starting to affect the rear view

plastic outer sill covers fitted unable to carry out full inspection of outer sills

Pass 8 Apr 2013 119,305 miles

front number plate deteriorating

some play at near side front wheel

Pass 2 May 2012 114,476 miles

front number plate deteriorating

vertical play in near side front suspension lower swivel joint

Pass 9 May 2011 92,227 miles

off side rear tyre inner edge bald

Pass 8 May 2010 60,592 miles
Fail 8 May 2010 60,591 miles

Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 59,632 miles

slight play detected at near side front wheel

Pass 29 Jul 2008 54,801 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 53,145 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 50,763 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2005 269,142 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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W686 VOJ is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 3,226cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 102,010 miles. This 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 W686 VOJ, 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 W686 VOJ registered?

W686 VOJ is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 27 July 2000.

Is W686 VOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W686 VOJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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