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X524 MGK

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Beige Diesel 3226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

172,530 mi
Last recorded172,530 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2019
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX524 MGK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,226cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2019 172,530 miles

corrosion o/s jacking point

Fail 12 Feb 2019 172,530 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

corrosion o/s jacking point

Pass 14 Feb 2018 165,771 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2017 160,528 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 153,514 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil and offside (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush and offside rear (2.7.4)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 144,353 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2015 144,353 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jan 2014 131,653 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jan 2013 122,203 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 111,800 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 98,806 miles

n/s rear inner area of tyre worn

Fail 5 Jan 2010 88,862 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Jan 2010 88,862 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 72,812 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 61,551 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2007 56,151 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 44,080 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 43,698 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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X524 MGK is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Beige with a 3,226cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 X524 MGK, 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 X524 MGK registered?

X524 MGK is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 6 December 2000.

Is X524 MGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for X524 MGK shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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