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A402 XTL

1983 Mercedes-benz 500

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

186,070 mi
Last recorded186,070 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2017
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 500101,945 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA402 XTL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2017 186,070 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 185,216 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 184,651 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2008 184,636 miles

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

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 183,645 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 183,627 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2006 183,627 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 Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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A402 XTL is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 500 in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 101,945 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 A402 XTL, 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 43 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 A402 XTL registered?

A402 XTL is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 2 November 1983.

Is A402 XTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A402 XTL shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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