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X972 EEU

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Green Diesel 3226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

214,375 mi
Last recorded214,375 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2012
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX972 EEU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,226cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 26 Oct 2012 214,375 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 214,375 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 202,173 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 193,133 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 193,133 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Advise all tyres are worn on the inside edge,

Pass 23 Sep 2009 186,022 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 178,518 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 178,518 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 158,184 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 138,524 miles

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

Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Fail 22 Sep 2006 138,524 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2005 116,198 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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X972 EEU 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 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X972 EEU, 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 X972 EEU?

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What year was X972 EEU registered?

X972 EEU is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 12 October 2000.

Is X972 EEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X972 EEU shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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