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A15 RVH

1988 Mercedes-benz 500

Grey Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

141,882 mi
Last recorded141,882 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2009
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 500113,067 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 RVH
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2009 141,882 miles

advise damage to offside door mirror

Pass 4 Oct 2008 141,425 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2008 141,425 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 139,948 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 139,948 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

brake pad warning lamp on.

o/s front wing corroded.

plastic covers over sills,not tested.

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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A15 RVH is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 500 in Grey with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A15 RVH, 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

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What year was A15 RVH registered?

A15 RVH is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is A15 RVH safe to buy?

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