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X438 JBC

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 3226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

156,719 mi
Last recorded156,719 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2009
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX438 JBC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,226cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2009 156,719 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 156,719 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 144,748 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 129,291 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 129,285 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 4 Aug 2006 117,086 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2006 117,086 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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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X438 JBC is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 3,226cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 X438 JBC, 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

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What year was X438 JBC registered?

X438 JBC is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 14 November 2000.

Is X438 JBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X438 JBC shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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