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44 NH

1988 Mercedes-benz 500

Red Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,789 mi
Last recorded55,789 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 500113,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration44 NH
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 55,789 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 55,715 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 55,656 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 55,563 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 54,995 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 52,725 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 52,492 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2019 52,492 miles

Indicator switch inoperative hazard light (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 50,416 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 49,978 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 48,352 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 44,120 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 40,708 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 39,421 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 37,484 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 31,760 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 31,760 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2011 31,512 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 31,328 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 31,212 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 31,191 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 31,138 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 30,716 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 30,716 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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44 NH is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 500 in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 113,067 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 44 NH, 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 38 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 44 NH?

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What year was 44 NH registered?

44 NH is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 23 September 1988.

Is 44 NH safe to buy?

The MOT history for 44 NH shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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