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D541 YNO

1987 Mercedes-benz 500

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

86,177 mi
Last recorded86,177 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2023
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 500106,178 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD541 YNO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2023 86,177 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 86,105 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 86,024 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 85,989 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 85,989 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 16 Jun 2011 85,987 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Front Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 6 May 2010 85,694 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 84,513 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 84,513 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 83,651 miles

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

o/s/f tyre cracking on side wall

Pass 22 Aug 2006 82,493 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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D541 YNO is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 500 in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 D541 YNO, 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 D541 YNO?

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What year was D541 YNO registered?

D541 YNO is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D541 YNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for D541 YNO shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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