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A1 TXK

1992 Mercedes-benz 500

Grey Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

90,253 mi
Last recorded90,253 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2023
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 500101,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 TXK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2023 90,253 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 89,476 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 88,023 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 87,774 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 17 Jun 2015 87,774 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 87,089 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

exhaust centre box corroded and bracket is missing but still supported

n/s/f fluid suspension pipe slight seepage

o/s/f fluid suspension pipe slight seepage

Fail 2 Aug 2013 87,072 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

exhaust centre box corroded and bracket missing..still support

n/s/f fluid suspension pipe slight seepage

o/s/f fluid suspension pipe slight seepage

Pass 23 Jun 2011 86,984 miles

CENTER EXHAUST BOX REAR BRACKET MISSING

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 May 2010 123,072 miles

BRAKE WARNING LIGHT FLICKERS

Nearside Inner Rear Lower Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

POWER STEERING NOISE IN LOCK TO LOCK

Pass 13 May 2009 123,072 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 122,639 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 May 2007 121,815 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 May 2006 118,593 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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A1 TXK is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 500 in Grey with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 A1 TXK, 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

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What year was A1 TXK registered?

A1 TXK is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 7 May 1992.

Is A1 TXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 TXK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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