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J416 UOM

1992 Mercedes-benz 500

Grey Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

134,080 mi
Last recorded134,080 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2009
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 500101,964 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ416 UOM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2009 134,080 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

exhaust in poor condition

severe oil leak

Fail 26 May 2009 134,075 miles

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

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)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

exhaust in poor condition

severe oil leak

Pass 22 May 2008 130,594 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 129,116 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 127,146 miles

all four tyres just in legal limit

all front trak rod end ball joints slight play

full exhaaust rusty not leaaking at time of test

nsf axle rusty when tapped with corrosion assesment tool did not crumble or go through

rear discs slightly rusty

Pass 18 May 2006 127,146 miles

all four tyres just in legal limit

full exhaust rusty not leaking at time of test

nsf axle rusty when tapped with corrosion assesment tool did not crumble or go through

rear discs slightly rusty

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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J416 UOM is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 500 in Grey with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 J416 UOM, 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 J416 UOM registered?

J416 UOM is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 9 January 1992.

Is J416 UOM safe to buy?

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