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A10 BNS

1991 Mercedes-benz 500

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

73,889 mi
Last recorded73,889 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 500100,254 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA10 BNS
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 73,889 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2025 73,650 miles

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 19 Apr 2024 73,343 miles

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

Fail 16 Apr 2024 73,334 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2023 73,070 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2022 72,845 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2021 72,693 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2021 72,666 miles

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2019 71,804 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 70,945 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 15 May 2018 70,945 miles

Oil leak ()

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 2 May 2017 70,535 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 70,075 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 69,460 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 68,667 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 May 2013 63,341 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 63,214 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 62,979 miles

O/S rear tyre @ 3mm tread

Pass 21 Apr 2010 62,547 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 61,878 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 61,866 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 61,490 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 60,439 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 59,811 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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A10 BNS is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 500 in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 100,254 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 A10 BNS, 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 35 years old, this Mercedes-benz 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A10 BNS registered?

A10 BNS is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 7 August 1991.

Is A10 BNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A10 BNS shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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