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X388 GEB

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 3226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

195,102 mi
Last recorded195,102 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX388 GEB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,226cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Fail 18 Apr 2018 195,102 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front floorpan rusted/holed

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

Offside Front floorpan rusted/holed

Offside Front tyre bald on inner edge

Offside Front unable to check wheel bearing

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

Offside Rear height adjuster rod broken/rusted

Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all rears (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

all rear suspension componants rusted

scrapping noise o/s/r wheel

undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Nov 2016 194,735 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion jacking point (6.1.B.2)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 188,119 miles

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

nearside front jacking point corroded

Pass 2 Dec 2014 181,955 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2013 175,590 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)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2012 170,074 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 164,270 miles

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

Pass 31 Dec 2010 148,999 miles

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

o/s/f fog lamp inop

Pass 11 Dec 2009 135,358 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 113,067 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2007 99,770 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 85,475 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Aug 2005 59,134 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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X388 GEB is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 3,226cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 X388 GEB, 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 X388 GEB registered?

X388 GEB is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 26 October 2000.

Is X388 GEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for X388 GEB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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