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X286 XLJ

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Red Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

147,386 mi
Last recorded147,386 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2016
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX286 XLJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2016 147,386 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front cross-member heavily corroded

offside rear light lens damaged

rear suspension/brake pipes slightly corroded

Fail 20 Aug 2015 138,099 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

both front tyres worn edges

offside door mirror glass deteriorated

rear exhaust box baffles loose

Pass 20 Aug 2015 138,099 miles

both front tyres worn edges

offside door mirror glass deteriorated

rear exhaust box baffles loose

Pass 12 Aug 2014 128,895 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 117,825 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2012 109,470 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 100,652 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 89,217 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 89,217 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 80,241 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 80,241 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 72,081 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 72,081 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

n/s mirror damaged

Pass 25 Aug 2007 67,267 miles

n/s wing mirror cracked

Pass 17 Aug 2006 59,008 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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X286 XLJ is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Red with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 X286 XLJ, 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 X286 XLJ registered?

X286 XLJ is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 15 September 2000.

Is X286 XLJ safe to buy?

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