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MBZ 7439

1981 Mercedes-benz 500

Gold Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

98,591 mi
Last recorded98,591 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2019
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 50099,644 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBZ 7439
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2019 98,591 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 9 Jul 2019 98,589 miles

Nearside Front Body panel insecure wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Body panel insecure wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Steering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Sep 2015 98,586 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner wing (6.1.B.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 98,027 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 96,818 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

all four tyres starting to detiorate

Pass 17 Sep 2012 95,987 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 95,524 miles

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

slight movement in steering cloumn

Pass 1 Oct 2010 94,243 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 93,071 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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 7439 is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 500 in Gold with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 7439, 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

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What year was MBZ 7439 registered?

MBZ 7439 is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 5 October 1981.

Is MBZ 7439 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBZ 7439 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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