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H156 MJB

1991 Mercedes-benz 500

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

79,944 mi
Last recorded79,944 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 500100,254 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH156 MJB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 79,944 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 78,530 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 76,729 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 75,112 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. nearside slightly binding (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 73,204 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 70,769 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 70,004 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 68,940 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 67,788 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 66,587 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 65,605 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 64,178 miles

Both rear brakes not fully releasing

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Rear exhaust box in poor condition.

Pass 31 Jul 2013 64,146 miles

Both front shock absorbers damp.

Fail 16 Jul 2013 64,146 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

N/s/f brake not fully releasing.

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 58,173 miles

Centre exhaust boxes in poor condition

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 57,705 miles

1 Of 4 Washer Jets Inop.

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

O/S/R Tyre Worn On Inner Edge.

Pass 2 Jun 2009 57,542 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 57,211 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

N/s steering idler some play/wear.

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 15 May 2007 56,957 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 May 2007 56,957 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 56,361 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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H156 MJB is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 500 in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 H156 MJB, 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 H156 MJB registered?

H156 MJB is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 24 June 1991.

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