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C79 SRB

1986 Mercedes-benz 500

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2023
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,988 mi
Last recorded76,988 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2022
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 500107,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC79 SRB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 19 Aug 2022 76,988 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 75,821 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 75,454 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 22 Jun 2010 74,910 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 74,588 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 73,898 miles

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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C79 SRB is a 1986 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 100%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 107,346 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 C79 SRB, 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 40 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 C79 SRB?

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What year was C79 SRB registered?

C79 SRB is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 23 April 1986.

Is C79 SRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C79 SRB shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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