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D406 NWY

1987 Mercedes-benz 500

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

144,726 mi
Last recorded144,726 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 500106,178 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD406 NWY
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 144,726 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 144,483 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 144,314 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 144,125 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 144,125 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 143,772 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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)

Pass 25 May 2012 143,433 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 142,690 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2008 141,874 miles

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2007 140,738 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2007 140,736 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit attachment damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c)

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

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

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit attachment damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c)

Pass 29 Nov 2006 138,429 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 138,427 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Rear Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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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D406 NWY is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 500 in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 106,178 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 D406 NWY, 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 39 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 D406 NWY?

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What year was D406 NWY registered?

D406 NWY is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 2 May 1987.

Is D406 NWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for D406 NWY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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