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F383 SUU

1989 Mercedes-benz 500

Grey Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

211,381 mi
Last recorded211,381 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2021
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 500118,764 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF383 SUU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2021 211,381 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 210,743 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Oct 2018 210,742 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 208,168 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 204,663 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 204,663 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2015 202,097 miles

Offside Headlamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2014 200,333 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2013 196,865 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 192,113 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 188,496 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 182,502 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 178,051 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 171,746 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 163,255 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 155,373 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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F383 SUU is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 500 in Grey with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 F383 SUU, 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.

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What year was F383 SUU registered?

F383 SUU is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 30 May 1989.

Is F383 SUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F383 SUU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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