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E250 LYH

1988 Mercedes-benz 500

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

184,788 mi
Last recorded184,788 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2020
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 500113,067 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE250 LYH
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2020 184,788 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 181,903 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 178,126 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 174,597 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 170,574 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 167,120 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 162,991 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 158,567 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 155,570 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 153,797 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 150,055 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 146,201 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 146,201 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 141,480 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 137,469 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 137,469 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 133,115 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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E250 LYH is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 500 in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 113,067 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 E250 LYH, 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 38 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 E250 LYH?

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What year was E250 LYH registered?

E250 LYH is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 8 January 1988.

Is E250 LYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for E250 LYH shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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