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H133 GCR

1991 Mercedes-benz 500

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

213,075 mi
Last recorded213,075 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2017
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 500100,254 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH133 GCR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2017 213,075 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 212,896 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe (7.1.2)

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 212,867 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2015 212,867 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 212,636 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 212,362 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 211,922 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 209,402 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 204,756 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 200,952 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 29 May 2008 200,951 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 22 Nov 2006 200,801 miles

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

Oil leak

slight inbalance on front brakes

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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H133 GCR is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 500 in Black 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 H133 GCR, 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 H133 GCR registered?

H133 GCR is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 4 January 1991.

Is H133 GCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for H133 GCR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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