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X278 GNH

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

135,442 mi
Last recorded135,442 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2016
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX278 GNH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2016 135,442 miles

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

I exhaust mounting broken

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

cover sills fitted

Fail 10 Oct 2016 135,442 miles

Offside Front Outer Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

I exhaust mounting broken

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

cover sills fitted

Pass 28 Sep 2015 134,121 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2014 122,038 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 117,821 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 29 Aug 2012 114,045 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Aug 2011 107,608 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 102,585 miles

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

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

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

slight oil leak

Pass 19 Aug 2009 94,656 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 86,863 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2007 78,259 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 67,325 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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X278 GNH is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 X278 GNH, 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 X278 GNH registered?

X278 GNH is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 5 September 2000.

Is X278 GNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for X278 GNH shows 12 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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