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X223 GLF

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2019
Tests23 (12 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate52.2%

Mileage

96,880 mi
Last recorded96,880 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2018
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX223 GLF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 11 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2018 96,880 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2018 96,880 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2018 96,603 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine Management light staying on

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2017 91,764 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine management light staying on

Fail 10 Apr 2017 91,764 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine management light staying on

Pass 1 Apr 2016 87,025 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 87,025 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 78,455 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

the engine light is on.

Fail 2 Apr 2015 78,455 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

the engine light is on.

Fail 1 Apr 2014 74,155 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 74,155 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 65,313 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 65,313 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 64,129 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 64,129 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2010 62,037 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

nearside front door mirror is insecure

nearside rear reflector slightly cracked

Pass 27 Mar 2010 62,037 miles

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

nearside front door mirror is insecure

nearside rear reflector slightly cracked

Fail 30 Jan 2009 55,851 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

n/s/r tyre ewrearing in and out

Pass 30 Jan 2009 55,851 miles

n/s/r tyre ewrearing in and out

Pass 31 Jan 2008 52,027 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Jan 2007 46,893 miles

difficult to select reverse.

Pass 19 Nov 2005 40,706 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2005 40,706 miles

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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X223 GLF is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X223 GLF, 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 X223 GLF registered?

X223 GLF is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 23 November 2000.

Is X223 GLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for X223 GLF shows 23 tests with a 52.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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