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A450 SJD

1983 Mercedes-benz 500

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 500101,945 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA450 SJD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 20 Mar 2008

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

all brake pipes slightly corroded

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

o/s/r tyre cracking in tread + on side wall

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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A450 SJD is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 500 in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 A450 SJD, 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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How do I check the history of A450 SJD?

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What year was A450 SJD registered?

A450 SJD is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 15 August 1983.

Is A450 SJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A450 SJD shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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