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H194 NRU

1991 Mercedes-benz 500

Red Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,233 mi
Last recorded53,233 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 500100,254 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH194 NRU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 7 Jul 2026 53,233 miles

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2025 49,839 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 49,048 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 46,805 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 46,665 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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H194 NRU is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 500 in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 H194 NRU, 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 H194 NRU?

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What year was H194 NRU registered?

H194 NRU is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 14 August 1991.

Is H194 NRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for H194 NRU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H194 NRU have outstanding finance?

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