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X437 FCB

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Grey Diesel 3226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

152,391 mi
Last recorded152,391 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2013
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX437 FCB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,226cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 4 Mar 2013 152,391 miles

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

n/s and o/s rear shocker mount areas rusty

rear brake discs rusty

rear metal brake and suspension pipes corroded

rear subframe mount area corroded

Fail 27 Feb 2013 152,330 miles

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

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 149,465 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both headlights discoloured

chips in windscreen

rear suspension pipes corroded

Pass 14 Sep 2011 141,148 miles

n/s/f tyre starting to scuff on outer edge

rear metal brake pipes and suspension pipes corroded

Pass 16 Sep 2010 129,834 miles

passenger side wing mirror damaged

Fail 16 Sep 2010 129,834 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

passenger side wing mirror damaged

Pass 21 Sep 2009 116,723 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 101,351 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 87,887 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 87,887 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

nearside rear wheel / metal spare wheel fitted

Pass 4 Sep 2006 75,547 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 67,923 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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X437 FCB is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Grey with a 3,226cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 X437 FCB, 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 X437 FCB registered?

X437 FCB is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 31 October 2000.

Is X437 FCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for X437 FCB shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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