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X301 FHL

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 3226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

253,839 mi
Last recorded253,839 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2020
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX301 FHL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,226cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2020 253,839 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

wheel arch corrosion both rear

Pass 25 Apr 2019 212,547 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 182,718 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 154,507 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 26 Apr 2016 135,236 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 99,373 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 89,467 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2013 80,666 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 68,978 miles

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

n/s/f tyre edge worn

Fail 21 Feb 2012 68,978 miles

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

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

n/s/f tyre edge worn

Pass 26 Jan 2011 68,068 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2011 68,068 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 66,075 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Feb 2009 64,177 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Feb 2009 64,177 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 62,944 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 60,556 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2005 58,462 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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X301 FHL is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 3,226cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 X301 FHL, 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 X301 FHL registered?

X301 FHL is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 28 December 2000.

Is X301 FHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X301 FHL shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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