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X429 DCH

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

145,023 mi
Last recorded145,023 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2009
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX429 DCH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2009 145,023 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 135,250 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 131,788 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Dec 2006 119,495 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2006 119,432 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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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X429 DCH is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 X429 DCH, 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

How do I check the history of X429 DCH?

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What year was X429 DCH registered?

X429 DCH is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 20 December 2000.

Is X429 DCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for X429 DCH shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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