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X987 GCB

2000 Mercedes-benz E

Grey Diesel 3266cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

133,385 mi
Last recorded133,385 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2013
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz E102,010 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX987 GCB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,266cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2013 133,385 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust rear box corroded.

rear suspension hydralic pipes slightly corroded.

Fail 10 Oct 2013 133,374 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust rear box corroded.

rear suspension hydralic pipes slightly corroded.

Pass 9 Oct 2012 128,759 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 9 Oct 2012 128,759 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2011 122,400 miles

all metal brake pipes covered in protective coating of grease, unable to properly assess condition

Pass 19 Oct 2010 115,865 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 106,440 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 96,724 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 86,345 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 86,345 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2006 81,072 miles

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

slight diesel leak at rear

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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X987 GCB is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E in Grey with a 3,266cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 102,010 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 X987 GCB, 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 X987 GCB registered?

X987 GCB is a 2000 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 13 October 2000.

Is X987 GCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for X987 GCB shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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