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W852 YCW

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Black Diesel 3226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

206,473 mi
Last recorded206,473 miles
Recorded on7 May 2019
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW852 YCW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,226cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 May 2019 206,473 miles
Fail 7 May 2019

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 185,362 miles

Engine cover not allowing full inspection.

Pass 4 May 2017 160,192 miles

Engine cover and under trays not allowing full inspection.

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Tailgate damaged.

Pass 3 May 2016 135,576 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

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

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

Pass 11 May 2015 113,929 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2015 113,927 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2014 109,503 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 104,815 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 104,815 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Rear brakes slightly uneven

Pass 27 Jun 2012 100,848 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 99,368 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 99,368 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 98,133 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 1 Jul 2010 98,133 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 180,396 miles

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

nearside-offside rear tyre's worn on outer edge

offside rear tyre slight cut

Pass 9 Jun 2008 90,463 miles

bonnet pull and cables

Pass 30 Jun 2007 85,303 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 85,303 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2006 68,931 miles

1.n/s front for light inoperative. †2,Squeak in o/s rear suspension. †3. Engine oil low!!!!

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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W852 YCW is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 3,226cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 W852 YCW, 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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W852 YCW is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 30 June 2000.

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