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X279 GNH

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Beige Diesel 3266cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

118,329 mi
Last recorded118,329 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2024
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX279 GNH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,266cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2024 118,329 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Lower Wing corroded.

Fail 15 Feb 2024 118,298 miles

Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 105,055 miles

Under age body corrosion.

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 96,951 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 96,791 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Feb 2021 96,791 miles

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jan 2021 96,789 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

n/s and o/s rear wheel arches corroded

Pass 20 Jan 2020 93,402 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 88,753 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 85,415 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 82,998 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 80,860 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 78,590 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 76,637 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 74,607 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 71,589 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 68,834 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 65,066 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 61,083 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 57,786 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Jan 2007 50,849 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2006 41,559 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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X279 GNH is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Beige with a 3,266cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 X279 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 X279 GNH registered?

X279 GNH is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 8 September 2000.

Is X279 GNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for X279 GNH shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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