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BBZ 643

1990 Mercedes-benz 500

Red Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

99,007 mi
Last recorded99,007 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2016
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 500104,272 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBZ 643
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2016 99,007 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 112,013 miles

brake pipes painted

slight oil leak

Fail 9 Jul 2015 112,012 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

brake pipes painted

slight oil leak

Pass 1 Aug 2014 111,781 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 1 Aug 2014 111,781 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 100,008 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 109,992 miles

slightly uneven brake application at rear

Fail 31 Mar 2009 109,061 miles

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 109,061 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 108,228 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 108,198 miles

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

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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BBZ 643 is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 500 in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 104,272 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 BBZ 643, 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 36 years old, this Mercedes-benz 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BBZ 643 registered?

BBZ 643 is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 1 September 1990.

Is BBZ 643 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BBZ 643 shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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