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F511 GNA

1988 Mercedes-benz 500

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

156,677 mi
Last recorded156,677 miles
Recorded on21 May 2013
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 500113,067 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF511 GNA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2013 156,677 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 May 2012 154,073 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 151,552 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 148,681 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 145,934 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 142,899 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 139,150 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2007 139,150 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 133,087 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 133,087 miles
Fail 27 May 2006 133,087 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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F511 GNA is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 500 in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 F511 GNA, 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 F511 GNA registered?

F511 GNA is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 22 September 1988.

Is F511 GNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F511 GNA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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