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100 EFX

1990 Mercedes-benz 500

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

67,229 mi
Last recorded67,229 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 500104,272 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration100 EFX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 67,229 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2024 67,175 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 67,120 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 67,073 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 66,954 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 66,638 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 66,476 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 66,343 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 66,334 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 66,302 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 65,970 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 65,900 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 65,757 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 65,512 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 64,995 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 64,568 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2008 64,568 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2007 64,167 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 63,492 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2005 63,208 miles

front tyres worn low on inner egde

oil leak from diff. area

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 500?

Based on 45,594 MOT tests across 4,342 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
868
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
4,342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,248
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,110
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,020
brake binding 868
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 807
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100 EFX is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 500 in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 104,272 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 500 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,248 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 100 EFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 36 years old, this Mercedes-benz 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 100 EFX?

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What year was 100 EFX registered?

100 EFX is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is 100 EFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 100 EFX shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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