MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
104,177 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Oil leak
Oil leak
Oil leak
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
all four tyres cracking on sidewalls
tyres cracking on sidewalls
Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)
tyres cracking on sidewalls
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 500?
Based on 45,594 MOT tests across 4,342 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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12 FW is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 500 in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.
Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 106,178 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 12 FW, 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 39 years old, this Mercedes-benz 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of 12 FW?
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What year was 12 FW registered?
12 FW is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 1 August 1987.
Is 12 FW safe to buy?
The MOT history for 12 FW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does 12 FW have outstanding finance?
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