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W878 LBN

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Beige Diesel 3226cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

153,269 mi
Last recorded153,269 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW878 LBN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,226cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 153,269 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 148,097 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2024 143,814 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 138,490 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 133,106 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 127,449 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 125,176 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2020 125,176 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 119,577 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 115,284 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 108,924 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 99,388 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 89,938 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 82,988 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 77,361 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 75,164 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 67,059 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 66,339 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)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 60,284 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 54,910 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 49,827 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 43,172 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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W878 LBN is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Beige with a 3,226cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 W878 LBN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W878 LBN registered?

W878 LBN is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 17 March 2000.

Is W878 LBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for W878 LBN shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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