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X721 DLB

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 3226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

317,353 mi
Last recorded317,353 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2013
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX721 DLB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,226cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2013 317,353 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 311,956 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 302,595 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

all brake discs rusted

both front tyres worn unevenly

glowplug warning light on

Fail 1 Feb 2011 302,595 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

all brake discs rusted

front tyres worn uneven

glowpug light on

Pass 30 Sep 2008 258,359 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 202,145 miles

chip in screen

Pass 19 Dec 2005 159,034 miles

condition of screen

Fail 14 Dec 2005 158,510 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

condition of screen

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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X721 DLB is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 3,226cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 X721 DLB, 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 X721 DLB registered?

X721 DLB is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 29 September 2000.

Is X721 DLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for X721 DLB shows 8 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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