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F466 CHD

1989 Mercedes-benz 500

White Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

105,106 mi
Last recorded105,106 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 500118,764 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF466 CHD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 105,106 miles

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

underbody covered with underseal protection

Pass 7 Nov 2024 104,941 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all four (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 104,920 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 104,865 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2022 104,859 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside low effort on hand brake

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 104,773 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 104,691 miles

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 May 2019 104,660 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 104,607 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 104,582 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 104,531 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 104,531 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 May 2015 104,459 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 104,299 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 104,297 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 104,198 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 103,853 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 103,698 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 103,655 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 May 2010 103,399 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2010 103,396 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 27 May 2009 102,955 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 102,995 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 102,689 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 May 2007 102,592 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 23 May 2007 102,592 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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F466 CHD is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 500 in White with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 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 F466 CHD, 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

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What year was F466 CHD registered?

F466 CHD is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F466 CHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for F466 CHD shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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