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G168 UFM

1990 Mercedes-benz 500

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

179,787 mi
Last recorded179,787 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2018
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 500104,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG168 UFM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2018 179,787 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Sep 2017 179,755 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2016 179,221 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 179,745 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Fail 23 Sep 2015 179,745 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres fitted to all steerable axle are not of the same structure (4.1.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 177,604 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2013 175,014 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Aug 2012 172,804 miles

Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2011 170,082 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 168,660 miles

Oil leak

Fail 14 Sep 2009 164,945 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

offside rear tyre wall ( outside ) shoowing signs of wear but not excessive

Pass 14 Sep 2009 164,945 miles

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

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

offside rear tyre wall ( outside ) shoowing signs of wear but not excessive

Pass 8 Sep 2008 161,962 miles

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 May 2007 158,602 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 158,602 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Rear Brake linkage excessively worn and seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Steering box cracked and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Rear Brake linkage excessively worn and seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Oil leak

Pass 4 May 2006 154,573 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 154,573 miles

Centre Front Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Upper Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Upper Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

LOWER AIR CONDITION OIL PIPE LEEKING

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

fuel pipes corroded

oil leak

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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G168 UFM is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 500 in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 G168 UFM, 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 G168 UFM registered?

G168 UFM is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G168 UFM safe to buy?

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