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G130 WKL

1990 Mercedes-benz 500

Red Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

122,739 mi
Last recorded122,739 miles
Recorded on30 May 2019
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 500104,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG130 WKL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2019 122,739 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

front discs slightly rusty

Pass 18 Aug 2017 122,563 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 121,995 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 121,976 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release unable to plug in (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release unable to plug in (5.2.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty Not pulling out all the way (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 121,887 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Fail 5 Sep 2012 121,887 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 118,358 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 112,989 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 112,476 miles

possible fluid leak from steering box

rear exhaust rusting and flaking

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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G130 WKL is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 500 in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 104,272 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 G130 WKL, 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 36 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 G130 WKL registered?

G130 WKL is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 31 December 1990.

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