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X178 NWU

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Beige Petrol 4266cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

101,300 mi
Last recorded101,300 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2022
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX178 NWU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,266cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2022 101,300 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 100,823 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 100,544 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 100,244 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 99,620 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 98,973 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 97,383 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 96,409 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 96,409 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 9 Sep 2014 95,109 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 95,109 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 93,982 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 93,980 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2012 92,952 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 91,856 miles

Slight play in both bottom ball joints and front wheel bearings.

Fail 23 Aug 2011 91,854 miles

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

Slight play in both bottom ball joints and front wheel bearings.

Pass 23 Aug 2010 90,968 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 90,138 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 89,277 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 89,263 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 87,870 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 85,858 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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X178 NWU is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Beige with a 4,266cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 X178 NWU, 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 X178 NWU?

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What year was X178 NWU registered?

X178 NWU is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X178 NWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X178 NWU shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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