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X738 PBA

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 3226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

64,445 mi
Last recorded64,445 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2019
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX738 PBA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,226cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2019 64,445 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2019 64,443 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 61,043 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 56,987 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

offside and nearside front tyres wearing on inside edges

Pass 22 Sep 2016 51,347 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 47,619 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 44,511 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 41,325 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2013 41,325 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 36,469 miles

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

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

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

front brake discs slight wear,

Pass 25 Aug 2011 35,803 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 34,540 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 31,226 miles

both sides rear tyre sidewalls starting to crack & split

Pass 30 Aug 2007 27,103 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 25,173 miles

Offside Front 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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X738 PBA is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 3,226cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 X738 PBA, 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 X738 PBA registered?

X738 PBA is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 7 September 2000.

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