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X231 GGC

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

143,265 mi
Last recorded143,265 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX231 GGC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 143,265 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Apr 2026 143,264 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 136,317 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 135,897 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Under trays + sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection.

Fail 30 May 2024 135,897 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Under trays + sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection.

Pass 9 Jun 2023 135,291 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 134,646 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 May 2021 131,185 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 128,839 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 125,526 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 120,285 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 115,166 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 108,896 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 100,702 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 95,473 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 85,993 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/f tyre has cut to outer sidewall but not to ply or cords

Pass 25 Jul 2012 77,918 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 70,976 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 15 Jul 2010 63,463 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 60,647 miles

screw in N/S/R tyre

Pass 17 Mar 2009 55,255 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 49,720 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 43,705 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 34,432 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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X231 GGC is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 X231 GGC, 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 X231 GGC registered?

X231 GGC is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 December 2000.

Is X231 GGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X231 GGC shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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