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7 FXG

1987 Mercedes-benz 500

Gold Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,772 mi
Last recorded97,772 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 500106,178 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration7 FXG
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1987
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 21 Apr 2026 97,772 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Front Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 97,082 miles

Central Front Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2024 96,440 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive PAS leak from steering box. STRONG ADVISE (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 May 2023 95,650 miles

Offside Front Power steering pump has slight seepage (STRONG ADVISE (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 94,667 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 93,750 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 92,808 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 91,153 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 89,013 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 85,643 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 83,492 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 82,280 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 80,927 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 79,316 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 77,087 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 75,216 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 71,872 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 70,846 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 69,859 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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7 FXG is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 500 in Gold with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 7 FXG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 7 FXG?

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What year was 7 FXG registered?

7 FXG is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 9 February 1987.

Is 7 FXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 7 FXG shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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