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X159 FNH

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2015
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

128,663 mi
Last recorded128,663 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2014
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX159 FNH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2014 128,663 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2013 122,734 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 117,542 miles

Nearside Rear 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 16 Aug 2011 113,121 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2011 113,114 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 105,905 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 100,867 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2009 100,867 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 93,505 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 86,250 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2007 76,085 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 72,636 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 70,031 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 69,370 miles

front disks worn †

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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X159 FNH is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 102,010 miles. This 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 X159 FNH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X159 FNH?

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What year was X159 FNH registered?

X159 FNH is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 5 October 2000.

Is X159 FNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for X159 FNH shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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