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W98 NLL

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Black Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2018
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

143,632 mi
Last recorded143,632 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2017
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW98 NLL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2017 143,632 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2017 143,632 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 3 Dec 2016 141,069 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 138,227 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 137,390 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 135,921 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 127,362 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 127,362 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2012 117,825 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 107,743 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 97,890 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 31 Jul 2009 86,340 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 86,340 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 15 Jul 2008 74,821 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 74,821 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 64,365 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 53,886 miles

screen stone chipped

slight play front wheel bearings

Pass 22 Sep 2005 40,824 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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W98 NLL is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 W98 NLL, 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 W98 NLL registered?

W98 NLL is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 11 August 2000.

Is W98 NLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for W98 NLL shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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