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B2 OSL

1991 Mercedes-benz 500

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

88,186 mi
Last recorded88,186 miles
Recorded on9 May 2016
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 500100,254 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB2 OSL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2016 88,186 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit sidewall cracking (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit sidewall cracking (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 87,559 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 86,384 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 86,384 miles

Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 85,953 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 83,336 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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B2 OSL is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 500 in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 100,254 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 B2 OSL, 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 35 years old, this Mercedes-benz 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B2 OSL registered?

B2 OSL is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 1 January 1991.

Is B2 OSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B2 OSL 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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