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E7 WTF

1992 Mercedes-benz 500

Grey Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

187,247 mi
Last recorded187,247 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 500101,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE7 WTF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 187,247 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 187,210 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL TYRES CRACKED AND PERISHED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 187,125 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2019 186,886 miles
Fail 30 May 2019 186,886 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 May 2018 184,317 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 180,217 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 175,233 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 31 Mar 2015 175,233 miles

Nearside Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 May 2013 167,294 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 167,294 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 May 2012 166,497 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 164,643 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 159,997 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 155,819 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 May 2009 155,819 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 155,726 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 148,583 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2005 148,583 miles

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

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

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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E7 WTF is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 500 in Grey with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 101,964 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 E7 WTF, 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 34 years old, this Mercedes-benz 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E7 WTF registered?

E7 WTF is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is E7 WTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for E7 WTF shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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