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J825 SDU

1992 Mercedes-benz 500

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2022
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

203,211 mi
Last recorded203,211 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2021
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 500101,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ825 SDU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2021 203,211 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

exhaust shield loose

Pass 10 Aug 2020 200,191 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 200,147 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

exhaust corroded

Pass 12 Oct 2018 198,206 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 192,739 miles

exhaust corroded

Pass 28 Apr 2016 189,817 miles

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

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 5 May 2015 189,002 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 188,874 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2007 188,348 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 186,149 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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J825 SDU is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 500 in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J825 SDU, 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

How do I check the history of J825 SDU?

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What year was J825 SDU registered?

J825 SDU is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 1 January 1992.

Is J825 SDU safe to buy?

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