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W978 LDH

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 3266cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

178,721 mi
Last recorded178,721 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2017
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW978 LDH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,266cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2017 178,721 miles

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

Fail 13 Jul 2017 178,707 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam both (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 173,744 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 167,480 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 167,480 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2014 159,907 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 152,174 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 150,302 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 140,473 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2007 140,472 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Feb 2006 126,768 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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W978 LDH is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 3,266cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 102,010 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 W978 LDH, 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 W978 LDH registered?

W978 LDH is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W978 LDH safe to buy?

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