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X397 WJT

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

195,998 mi
Last recorded195,998 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2016
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX397 WJT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2016 195,998 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2016 195,996 miles

Fuel system component leaking injector (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion wing (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has damage which adversely affects braking or steering jacking point (6.1.A.1)

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering jacking point (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis (6.1.A.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2015

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit x4 (4.1.E.1)

exhaust bracket

Pass 27 Oct 2014 179,083 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 177,987 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Oct 2012 176,108 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 173,827 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 171,877 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 154,604 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 138,604 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 135,624 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2007 135,624 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 133,534 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2005 132,372 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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X397 WJT is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 X397 WJT, 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 X397 WJT registered?

X397 WJT is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 7 November 2000.

Is X397 WJT safe to buy?

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