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X253 XFM

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Black Diesel 3226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

145,256 mi
Last recorded145,256 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2022
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX253 XFM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,226cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 28 Jan 2022 145,256 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Body corroded and holed. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

General underbody corrosion.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Both wheel arches corroded.

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Stone chip in windscreen.

Undertrays and sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle.

Pass 8 Dec 2020 130,201 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear corroded and off side rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fuel pipes corroded

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Under trays and sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Pass 12 Jun 2019 105,840 miles

Centre brake pipes corroded

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside front brake pipe corroded

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 89,413 miles

Both front brake pipes slightly corroded

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front number plate damaged

Stone chips in windscreen

Pass 6 Jun 2017 74,300 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2016 58,498 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 41,720 miles

stone chip to windscreen

nearside rear tyre close to legal limit

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 4 Jun 2014 26,036 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 12,043 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2013 12,043 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both front outer wheelarches have bubbles of corrosion

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jul 2011 11,140 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 11,134 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 11,118 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 11,115 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2009 11,104 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 11,094 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 10,578 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 9,267 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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X253 XFM is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 3,226cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 X253 XFM, 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 X253 XFM registered?

X253 XFM is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 6 December 2000.

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