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DAZ 3303

1990 Mercedes-benz 500

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

147,549 mi
Last recorded147,549 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 500104,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAZ 3303
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 147,549 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 147,541 miles

Inner sills are slightly corroded

Pass 26 Oct 2022 147,536 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 147,530 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 147,236 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Offside sill has light corrosion around the jacking points

Pass 11 Apr 2018 147,013 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Aug 2017 147,003 miles

Front Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect water in head light (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 146,316 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 145,147 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front tyres worn outer edges

Pass 13 Nov 2013 139,389 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2013 139,293 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 135,333 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 132,240 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 129,947 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 129,937 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 126,051 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 123,307 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 22 Jun 2007 119,644 miles

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

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

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

corrosion to suspension pipes

eng oil leaks

o/s/f spot light not working

Fail 29 Mar 2007 119,614 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Front Air suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Nearside Rear Air suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Offside Front Air suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Air suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

advise front valance

Pass 21 Apr 2006 115,016 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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DAZ 3303 is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 500 in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 104,272 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 DAZ 3303, 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 36 years old, this Mercedes-benz 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DAZ 3303 registered?

DAZ 3303 is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 13 August 1990.

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