Est: £3,000 - £3,500
2000 Mercedes-Benz 220E
United Kingdom • 1 Apr 2026 • Lot 449
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1997 Mercedes-Benz E220 is a low-mileage modern classic with a rare manual gearbox and long MOT. While it presents well, it has some age-related wear and a non-functional rear window.
Condition
6
Moderate wear, window issue noted.
/ 10
Manual
Transmission:
WDB1240226C285948
Chassis No:
Odometer:
49,738 miles
V874FPF
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Only 49,738 miles showing; 12 months MOT with only one small advisory; rare manual gearbox car1997 Mercedes-Benz E220 finished in blue with a grey cloth interior, first registered in January 2000 and showing just 49,738 miles, supported by DVLA MOT history.
This well-kept example has had six former keepers and represents a genuine low-mileage modern classic.Powered by the reliable 2.2 petrol engine paired with a manual transmission, the car seems to drive as expected and offers the solid, refined feel these models are known for.It comes with a spare set of alloy wheels stored in the boot, along with a selection of receipts and previous MOT certificates documenting its history.
The MOT is valid until March 2027, with only one minor advisory noted.The bodywork shows some age-related wear but remains very respectable for both its age and low mileage.
One point to note is that the driver’s side rear window appears to be stuck in the down position.Overall, a genuine and usable example of...
Points of note
£800
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£6,200
Median Price (Since 2020)
£21,708
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Mar 17 2027
Latest MOT Mileage
49,661 kilometers
Registration Date
1997-12-31
MOT History
Passed
On Mar 18 2026 with 49,661 kilometers
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Failed
On Mar 05 2026 with 49,655 kilometers
There were 6 defects noted.
Major:
- Nearside Direction indicator not working n/s wing indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- Nearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush n/s/f top mount rubber excessively torn and split (5.3.2 (c))
- Offside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush o/s/f top mount rubber excessively torn and split (5.3.2 (c))
- Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Advisory:
- Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed
On Oct 12 2024 with 49,561 miles
Failed
On Jul 03 2024 with 49,547 miles
There were 10 defects noted, with 3 deemed dangerous.
Major:
- Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting marked in yellow (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
- Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
- Emissions unable to be completed outside manufactures specified limits. (8.2.1.2 (d))
Advisory:
- (Dangerous) fuel cap flap not opening, unable to inspect seal
- Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Passed
On Sep 27 2022 with 49,530 kilometers
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed
On May 13 2019 with 47,975 kilometers
Passed
On Dec 20 2017 with 47,256 kilometers
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Box (7.1.2)
- Front Number Plate Cracked Not Likely To Be Misread
Passed
On Dec 17 2016 with 45,866 kilometers
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Passed
On Dec 16 2015 with 43,835 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Wiper blade slightly smearing but NOT ineffective
- Front wheel bearing has slight play BOTH (2.5.A.3c)
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Front BOTH tyre valves excessively deteriorated
Failed
On Dec 17 2014 with 42,859 kilometers
There were 10 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
User Entered:
- Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- Offside front tyre outer sidewall deteriorating
Passed
On Dec 17 2014 with 42,859 kilometers
There were 6 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
User Entered:
- Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- Offside front tyre outer sidewall deteriorating
Failed
On Dec 16 2013 with 40,258 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
User Entered:
- Fuel cap rubber seal deteriorating but not excessive
Passed
On Dec 16 2013 with 40,258 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
User Entered:
- Fuel cap rubber seal deteriorating but not excessive
Passed
On Dec 13 2012 with 36,319 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Passed
On Dec 15 2011 with 28,296 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
User Entered:
- N/S/F steering inner arm slight play
Passed
On Dec 15 2010 with 24,173 kilometers
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Passed
On Dec 17 2009 with 21,076 kilometers
Passed
On Dec 12 2008 with 20,689 miles
Passed
On Dec 11 2007 with 20,506 miles
Failed
On Dec 11 2007 with 20,506 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Passed
On Dec 11 2006 with 18,980 kilometers
Failed
On Dec 11 2006 with 18,980 kilometers
There were 3 defects noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
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