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X96 VPU

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Beige Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

117,439 mi
Last recorded117,439 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2014
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX96 VPU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2014 117,439 miles

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

n/s and o/s front tyres worn on inside edge

Fail 24 Sep 2014 117,434 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

n/s and o/s front tyres worn on inside edge

Pass 26 Sep 2013 109,798 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2013 109,792 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 103,920 miles

slight play in o/s rack end

Fail 12 Sep 2012 103,919 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

slight play in o/s rack end

Pass 12 Sep 2011 99,603 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

sill covers fit not allowing full inspection

Pass 3 Sep 2010 97,283 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2009 88,998 miles

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

slight play in o/s steering rack end

Pass 16 Sep 2008 81,135 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 72,509 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2006 62,752 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 50,282 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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X96 VPU is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Beige with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 X96 VPU, 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

How do I check the history of X96 VPU?

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What year was X96 VPU registered?

X96 VPU is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 October 2000.

Is X96 VPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X96 VPU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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