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X56 VGC

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Green Diesel 3226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

68,828 mi
Last recorded68,828 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2014
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX56 VGC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,226cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2014 68,828 miles

nearside repeater glass cracked

offside head lamp glass discoloured

Fail 21 Aug 2014 68,828 miles

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

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

nearside repeater glass cracked

offside head lamp glass discoloured

Pass 14 Aug 2013 68,055 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 66,542 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 65,500 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 65,500 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

slight from cooler pipes <fuel>

Pass 9 Aug 2010 63,699 miles

slight fuel leak from nearside rear fuel cooler/pipes area

Pass 20 Aug 2009 62,377 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 60,824 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 58,815 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 58,815 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 57,310 miles

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

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

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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X56 VGC is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Green with a 3,226cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X56 VGC, 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 X56 VGC registered?

X56 VGC is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X56 VGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X56 VGC shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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