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BKF 848X

1981 Mercedes-benz 500

Gold Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

138,540 mi
Last recorded138,540 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2023
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 50099,644 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKF 848X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2023 138,540 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 138,249 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All 4 bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Inner wheel arch corroded near headlamp mounting

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened sill corroded next to frame mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

both front inner wheel arches and outer sills corrdoed

general under body condition is corroded

hazard and switch not working

Fail 16 May 2022 138,240 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp revese light (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp brake light and side light (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill next to rear frame mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All 4 bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Inner wheel arch corroded near headlamp mounting

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened sill corroded next to frame mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

both front inner wheel arches and outer sills corrdoed

general under body condition is corroded

hazard and switch not working

Pass 23 Jun 2020 138,206 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2020 138,206 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 138,190 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 138,174 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 137,345 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 137,190 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 136,768 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 136,768 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 4 May 2011 136,168 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 136,145 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Dec 2008 136,142 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 136,142 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2006 136,054 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2006 136,054 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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BKF 848X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 500 in Gold with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1981 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 99,644 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 BKF 848X, 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 45 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 BKF 848X registered?

BKF 848X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 27 October 1981.

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The MOT history for BKF 848X shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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