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500 MER

1992 Mercedes-benz 500

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,206 mi
Last recorded50,206 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2025
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 500101,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration500 MER
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 24 Dec 2025 50,206 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 50,035 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 50,033 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 49,815 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 49,613 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 49,584 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 49,556 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 49,473 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 48,789 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 48,679 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 48,152 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 1 May 2009 48,147 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 48,147 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 48,147 miles

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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500 MER is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 500 in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 101,964 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 500 MER, 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 34 years old, this Mercedes-benz 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 500 MER?

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What year was 500 MER registered?

500 MER is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 22 April 1992.

Is 500 MER safe to buy?

The MOT history for 500 MER shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 500 MER have outstanding finance?

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