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A676 TYV

1984 Mercedes-benz 500

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2023
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

216,776 mi
Last recorded216,776 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2022
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz 500102,299 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA676 TYV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2022 216,776 miles

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 216,009 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 214,975 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 214,012 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 May 2018 213,482 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 213,482 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

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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A676 TYV is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 500 in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1984 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 102,299 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 A676 TYV, 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 42 years old, this Mercedes-benz 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A676 TYV?

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What year was A676 TYV registered?

A676 TYV is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 9 March 1984.

Is A676 TYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A676 TYV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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