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X248 DKV

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 3226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2014
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

148,302 mi
Last recorded148,302 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2013
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX248 DKV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,226cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2013 148,302 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear suspension pipes corroded

Fail 13 Dec 2013 148,291 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear suspension pipes corroded

Pass 14 Sep 2012 142,049 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 141,984 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 133,012 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 116,780 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2009 105,672 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 87,355 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 75,273 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 61,896 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 51,844 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 51,452 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2005 51,238 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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X248 DKV is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 3,226cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 X248 DKV, 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 X248 DKV registered?

X248 DKV is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X248 DKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for X248 DKV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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