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X304 JHG

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Black Petrol 2379cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

58,270 mi
Last recorded58,270 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2017
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX304 JHG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,379cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2017 58,270 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2017 58,222 miles

Central Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 56,790 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 55,263 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2015 55,263 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 53,072 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 50,519 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 47,214 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2012 47,214 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2011 43,902 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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 10 Feb 2010 40,886 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2010 40,886 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2009 37,997 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2009 37,997 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2008 34,362 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 30,995 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2005 25,746 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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X304 JHG is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 2,379cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X304 JHG, 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 X304 JHG registered?

X304 JHG is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X304 JHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for X304 JHG shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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