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J111 DCP

1992 Mercedes-benz 500

Grey Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

199,950 mi
Last recorded199,950 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2008
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 500101,964 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ111 DCP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2008 199,950 miles

signs of steering fluid around steering box area

slight movement nsf upper suspension arm pivot

slight movement osf upper suspension arm pivot

Pass 9 Jan 2008 192,699 miles

movement in nsf upper arm bushes

movement in nsf steering idle pivot bushes

signs of steering fluid osf power steering box area

slight cracking in osf tyre wall

slight kerb damage nsf tyre wall

Fail 9 Jan 2008 192,699 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

movement in nsf steering idle pivot bushes

movement in nsf upper arm bushes

signs of steering fluid osf power steering box area

slight cracking in osf tyre wall

slight kerb damage nsf tyre wall

Pass 4 May 2007 192,668 miles

sills have covers unable to check condition

Pass 3 Apr 2006 190,952 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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J111 DCP is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 500 in Grey with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 101,964 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 J111 DCP, 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 34 years old, this Mercedes-benz 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J111 DCP registered?

J111 DCP is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 19 May 1992.

Is J111 DCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J111 DCP 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.

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