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FRW 745Y

1983 Mercedes-benz 500

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

133,011 mi
Last recorded133,011 miles
Recorded on18 May 2016
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 500101,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRW 745Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2016 133,011 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 132,615 miles

dampness around steering damper

wiper blades poor condition

Pass 29 Jan 2014 132,411 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

brake pedel spongy

Fail 29 Jan 2014 132,411 miles

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

brake pedel spongy

Pass 21 Dec 2012 132,122 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

corrosion appearing to off side rear inner sill

front brake imbalance 25%

Fail 21 Dec 2012 132,122 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

corrosion appearing to off side rear inner sill

front brake imbalance 25%

Pass 6 May 2011 131,486 miles

drivers seat base colapsed

play in near side front wheel

smell of fuel

spongy brake pedal

Pass 25 Nov 2009 131,222 miles

advise tyre wear nearside rear

Pass 5 Apr 2008 130,439 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Centre Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1e)

drivers seat loose

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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FRW 745Y is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 500 in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 101,945 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 FRW 745Y, 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 43 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 FRW 745Y?

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What year was FRW 745Y registered?

FRW 745Y is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is FRW 745Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRW 745Y shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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