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E413 DMR

1988 Mercedes-benz 500

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

159,819 mi
Last recorded159,819 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 500113,067 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE413 DMR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 159,819 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 159,508 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2024 159,498 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 159,487 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 159,455 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2022 159,455 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Fuel system component leaking leak from fuel pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 159,322 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 158,650 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 158,632 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 157,985 miles

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

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 2 Apr 2008 157,985 miles

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

Body has excessive displacement which may lead to loss of vehicle control (6.1.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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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E413 DMR is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 500 in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 E413 DMR, 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

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What year was E413 DMR registered?

E413 DMR is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 3 February 1988.

Is E413 DMR safe to buy?

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