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W983 RTR

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

188,212 mi
Last recorded188,212 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2019
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW983 RTR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2019 188,212 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 175,372 miles

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

Fail 13 Jul 2018 175,372 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 167,281 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2016 158,976 miles

front number plate deteriorated

small leak of grease from offside rear constant velocity joint gaiter

small wear to all rear suspension bushes

Pass 10 Jul 2015 144,128 miles

slight perishing to rear brake hoses

Pass 9 Jun 2014 125,670 miles

slight play nearside front upper ball joint

Pass 13 Jun 2013 116,256 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 110,108 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 102,351 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 102,351 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2010 93,809 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 85,595 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 79,635 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 73,788 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2006 67,106 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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W983 RTR is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 W983 RTR, 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 W983 RTR registered?

W983 RTR is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 24 July 2000.

Is W983 RTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for W983 RTR shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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