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H129 BAU

1991 Mercedes-benz 500

Red Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

84,491 mi
Last recorded84,491 miles
Recorded on7 May 2024
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 500100,254 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH129 BAU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2024 84,491 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded fuel filter ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material cross to o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2023 84,491 miles
Fail 17 May 2023 84,491 miles

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Fuel system component leaking Pump housing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 84,235 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 84,234 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 84,232 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2017 84,064 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 83,913 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 83,447 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 82,409 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 81,646 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 81,646 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.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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H129 BAU is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 500 in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 H129 BAU, 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.

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What year was H129 BAU registered?

H129 BAU is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 9 May 1991.

Is H129 BAU safe to buy?

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