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X317 GKL

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

33,856 mi
Last recorded33,856 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX317 GKL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 33,856 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 33,663 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 33,460 miles

fuel cap seal perishing

Pass 10 May 2023 33,027 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres 235/45/17wxl (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 May 2023 33,027 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres 235/45/17wxl (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2022 32,117 miles

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged on limit now (3.3 (b) (i))

body work rusty

floor area rusty but not holed yet

fuel cap seal splitting

Fail 10 May 2022 32,117 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill in door shut area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged on limit now (3.3 (b) (i))

body work rusty

floor area rusty but not holed yet

fuel cap seal splitting

Pass 20 May 2021 30,852 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2020 29,176 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 26,045 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 24,035 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 21,715 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 18,752 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 18,055 miles

Chip in screen drivers side

Pass 12 Nov 2014 16,768 miles

slight oil leak from rear diff

Pass 18 Nov 2013 15,989 miles

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

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

sligh oil leak from rear diff

Pass 26 Oct 2012 15,606 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 13,806 miles

Windscreen damaged adjacent to offside windscreen pillar.

Pass 8 Nov 2010 13,210 miles

Wiper blade deteriorating.

Pass 2 Nov 2009 12,412 miles

STONE CHIP IN WINDSCREEN OUTSIDE SWEPT AREA

Pass 7 Nov 2008 11,205 miles

STONE CHIP IN WINDSCREEN [OUTSIDE SWEPT AREA]

Pass 14 Nov 2007 10,030 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Nov 2006 9,546 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 8,064 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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X317 GKL is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 X317 GKL, 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 X317 GKL registered?

X317 GKL is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 8 December 2000.

Is X317 GKL safe to buy?

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