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X291 HRK

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

127,646 mi
Last recorded127,646 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX291 HRK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 127,646 miles

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

Fail 24 Jul 2025 127,646 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 124,750 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 116,935 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SIDEWALL DAMAGE (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

general chassis and suspension components rusting

Pass 15 Feb 2022 114,966 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 106,779 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 98,550 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 94,335 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underside of vehicle is corroded

Fail 26 Jun 2018 94,333 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underside of vehicle is corroded

Pass 13 Apr 2017 89,924 miles

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

Fail 12 Apr 2017 89,923 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2016 81,890 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Feb 2015 74,454 miles

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

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

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 68,653 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 64,264 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2012 62,195 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 57,296 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 53,283 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 46,409 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 38,637 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 29,870 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 24,816 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 22,140 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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X291 HRK is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 X291 HRK, 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 X291 HRK registered?

X291 HRK is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is X291 HRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for X291 HRK shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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