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W946 TKE

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Black Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

174,488 mi
Last recorded174,488 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2015
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW946 TKE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2015 174,488 miles

both sides front wheel arches have surface rust

Pass 29 Mar 2014 170,099 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Mar 2013 166,572 miles

Both side sill covers fitted

Centre exhaust box slightly deteriorated

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Emission not tested due to LPG

Nearside Outer Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Oil leak

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle emits blue smoke during acceleration

Pass 3 Mar 2012 159,110 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front door mirror damaged

Fail 25 Feb 2012 158,970 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front door mirror damaged

Pass 28 Mar 2011 152,165 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 28 Mar 2011 152,165 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 145,450 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 134,594 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 124,826 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2008 124,826 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Mar 2007 117,344 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 108,868 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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W946 TKE is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 W946 TKE, 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 W946 TKE registered?

W946 TKE is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 March 2000.

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