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CMB 3

1991 Mercedes-benz 500

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,117 mi
Last recorded100,117 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 500100,254 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCMB 3
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 30 Sep 2025 100,117 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 99,534 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 99,500 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 99,193 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 97,280 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 97,049 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 95,739 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 94,298 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 93,368 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 92,263 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 91,026 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 90,081 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 88,844 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 87,268 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 85,994 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 85,312 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 83,990 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)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 81,199 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 78,269 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2006 74,871 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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CMB 3 is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 500 in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 100,254 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 CMB 3, 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 35 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 CMB 3 registered?

CMB 3 is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is CMB 3 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CMB 3 shows 20 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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