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CLZ 1794

1992 Mercedes-benz 500

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

160,358 mi
Last recorded160,358 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2006
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 500101,964 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLZ 1794
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2006 160,358 miles

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

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

Rear 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 13 Dec 2005 152,430 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2005 152,423 miles

Nearside Front Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

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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CLZ 1794 is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 500 in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 101,964 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 CLZ 1794, 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 34 years old, this Mercedes-benz 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CLZ 1794 registered?

CLZ 1794 is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 1 April 1992.

Is CLZ 1794 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CLZ 1794 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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