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X461 RCC

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Blue Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

156,951 mi
Last recorded156,951 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2014
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX461 RCC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2014 156,951 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 152,709 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 152,709 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 141,848 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 141,848 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Dec 2011 131,648 miles

1.....slight play in n/s track rod end.....2.....rear exhaust box in rusty condition.....3.....all 4 x tyres wearing close to legal limit

Pass 25 Nov 2010
Pass 14 Dec 2009 104,770 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 96,526 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2008

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Dec 2007 85,878 miles

slight leak on o/s front shocker rear diff seal leaking

Pass 12 Jan 2007 69,100 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 56,209 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2006 56,199 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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X461 RCC is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 X461 RCC, 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 X461 RCC registered?

X461 RCC is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 19 December 2000.

Is X461 RCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X461 RCC shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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