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H101 JLE

1991 Mercedes-benz 500

Blue Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

130,000 mi
Last recorded130,000 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2009
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 500100,254 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH101 JLE
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2009 130,000 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 170,000 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 170,000 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 25 Sep 2006 166,277 miles

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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H101 JLE is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 500 in Blue with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 100,254 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 H101 JLE, 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 35 years old, this Mercedes-benz 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H101 JLE?

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What year was H101 JLE registered?

H101 JLE is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H101 JLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for H101 JLE shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H101 JLE have outstanding finance?

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