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KXI 90

1981 Mercedes-benz 500

Red Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,520 mi
Last recorded61,520 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 50099,644 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKXI 90
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 61,520 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 60,080 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 59,828 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 59,528 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2021 59,528 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 58,292 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2020 58,292 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 58,227 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2019 58,227 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 57,683 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 56,938 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 56,938 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 56,186 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 55,350 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 55,350 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 54,684 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2014 54,684 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

bolt not fully tightened in front antiroll bar nearside attachment bracket

Pass 4 Sep 2013 53,719 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 53,719 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 53,022 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 53,018 miles

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

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 28 Jul 2011 52,975 miles

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

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 52,705 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 52,421 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 52,216 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 50,541 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 50,148 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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KXI 90 is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 500 in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 99,644 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 KXI 90, 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 45 years old, this Mercedes-benz 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KXI 90?

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What year was KXI 90 registered?

KXI 90 is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is KXI 90 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KXI 90 shows 27 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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