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W88 EXL

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

145,984 mi
Last recorded145,984 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2022
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW88 EXL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2022 145,984 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 140,648 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 8 Mar 2021 140,648 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Feb 2020 134,295 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 129,355 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 122,913 miles

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

Fail 12 Feb 2018 122,913 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2017 118,642 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2016 117,274 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2015 116,372 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2014 115,779 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 114,569 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 113,859 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 113,859 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2011 112,931 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 112,165 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 111,177 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 3 Mar 2009 111,177 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 7 Mar 2008 110,380 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 109,291 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 107,588 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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W88 EXL is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 W88 EXL, 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 W88 EXL registered?

W88 EXL is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 11 July 2000.

Is W88 EXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for W88 EXL shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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