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ELA 885

1989 Mercedes-benz 500

Red Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

60,078 mi
Last recorded60,078 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 500118,764 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELA 885
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 60,078 miles

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2026 60,074 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Clip missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 59,700 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 59,358 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2006 19,731 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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ELA 885 is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 500 in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 118,764 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 ELA 885, 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 37 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 ELA 885?

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What year was ELA 885 registered?

ELA 885 is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is ELA 885 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELA 885 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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