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MBZ 155

1980 Mercedes-benz 500

Cream Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,622 mi
Last recorded11,622 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 50069,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBZ 155
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1980
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 11,622 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 11,458 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 10,929 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2023 10,929 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Sep 2013 10,677 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 10,372 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 10,200 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 9,997 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 9,779 miles

Both front tyres have flat spots most likely due to vehicle standing for some time.

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 10 Apr 2007 9,413 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 6,202 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 6,202 miles

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

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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MBZ 155 is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 500 in Cream with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 69,742 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 MBZ 155, 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 46 years old, this Mercedes-benz 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MBZ 155 registered?

MBZ 155 is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 1 November 1980.

Is MBZ 155 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBZ 155 shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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