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A435 SHX

1983 Mercedes-benz 500

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,610 mi
Last recorded62,610 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2007
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 500101,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA435 SHX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 5 Dec 2007 62,610 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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A435 SHX is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 500 in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 A435 SHX, 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 A435 SHX registered?

A435 SHX is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A435 SHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A435 SHX shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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