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M515 VCT

1995 Mercedes-benz 500

Silver Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2023
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

96,878 mi
Last recorded96,878 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2022
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz 50085,337 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM515 VCT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2022 96,878 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2021 96,878 miles

Front Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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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M515 VCT is a 1995 Mercedes-benz 500 in Silver with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1995 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 85,337 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 M515 VCT, 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 31 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 M515 VCT registered?

M515 VCT is a 1995 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 22 April 1995.

Is M515 VCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M515 VCT shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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