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X226 YLJ

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Black Diesel 3226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

149,630 mi
Last recorded149,630 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2014
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX226 YLJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,226cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2014 149,630 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2014 149,588 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2013 141,533 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 141,532 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2012 132,976 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 125,031 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 118,934 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 108,704 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2009 108,666 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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 29 Oct 2008 96,739 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 88,556 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 85,077 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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X226 YLJ is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 3,226cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X226 YLJ, 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

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What year was X226 YLJ registered?

X226 YLJ is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X226 YLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X226 YLJ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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