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W868 DFC

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Red Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

190,500 mi
Last recorded190,500 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2017
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW868 DFC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2017 190,500 miles

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

both front jacking points corroded

under tray fitted/side sills fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2016 183,600 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)

exhaust corroded

Pass 28 Mar 2015 177,468 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 173,561 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 164,684 miles

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

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)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 154,553 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 137,866 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

exhaust rear box corroded

left front suspension turret corroded beneath underseal.needs stripping back for examination/repair.

Pass 15 Apr 2010 124,808 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 112,808 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2008 102,602 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 102,602 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 92,072 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 92,072 miles

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Upper Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

N/S mirror insecure.

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2006 76,888 miles

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

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

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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W868 DFC is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Red with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 W868 DFC, 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 W868 DFC registered?

W868 DFC is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 10 May 2000.

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