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C19 PJG

1990 Mercedes-benz 500

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2014
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

104,709 mi
Last recorded104,709 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2013
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 500104,272 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC19 PJG
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2013 104,709 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 15 Oct 2012 104,707 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the chassis (2.4.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 102,233 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 102,233 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

advise emissions not tested due to engine misfiring

advise offside and nearside rear upper suspension pipes very badly corroded

advise outer sill covers fitted unable to inspect outer sill panels for corrosion

oil leak

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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C19 PJG is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 500 in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 C19 PJG, 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 C19 PJG registered?

C19 PJG is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is C19 PJG safe to buy?

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