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X798 BBY

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Red Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2009
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,135 mi
Last recorded137,135 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2008
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX798 BBY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2008 137,135 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 124,681 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damage but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 15 Apr 2008 124,591 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damage but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Oct 2007 117,614 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 98,469 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2006 84,223 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2006 84,203 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 Dec 2005 73,173 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside 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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X798 BBY is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Red with a 2,151cc 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 X798 BBY, 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 X798 BBY registered?

X798 BBY is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X798 BBY safe to buy?

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