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J390 JAP

1992 Mercedes-benz 500

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

157,153 mi
Last recorded157,153 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2020
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 500101,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ390 JAP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2020 157,153 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

joint between middle and rear exhaust corroding

Pass 10 Sep 2019 157,082 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 27 Jul 2018 156,571 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 27 Jun 2017 155,756 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 14 Dec 2015 154,482 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

exhaust system slightly deteriorated

Fail 27 Nov 2015 154,159 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 152,823 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 151,472 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 151,405 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 151,405 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 147,197 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2009 141,850 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 135,920 miles

245/40/18 on front

275/35/18 on rear

Oil leak

Fail 22 Aug 2007 135,815 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

slight oil leak, poss transmission

Fail 26 Jul 2007 135,737 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2006 131,248 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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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J390 JAP is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 500 in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J390 JAP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J390 JAP registered?

J390 JAP is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 30 December 1992.

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