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A1 GAM

1990 Mercedes-benz 500

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

46,967 mi
Last recorded46,967 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2023
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 500104,272 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 GAM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2023 46,967 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 46,920 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 46,801 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 46,563 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 46,334 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 46,322 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 46,202 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 46,191 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 46,161 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 46,012 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 46,012 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 45,854 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 45,833 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 29 May 2009 45,376 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 45,363 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 43,880 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 43,586 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 41,331 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 41,331 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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A1 GAM is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 500 in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 104,272 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 A1 GAM, 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 36 years old, this Mercedes-benz 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A1 GAM registered?

A1 GAM is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 21 December 1990.

Is A1 GAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 GAM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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