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MBZ 8832

1981 Mercedes-benz 500

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

122,909 mi
Last recorded122,909 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2023
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 50099,644 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBZ 8832
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2023 122,909 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear brake discs slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2012 122,420 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 121,997 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2010 121,202 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 120,938 miles

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

slight corrosion (hole)under the off-side front wing panel ,not within a prescribed area pass/advise repair.

Pass 9 Apr 2008 120,681 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Fail 31 Mar 2008 120,680 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2007 120,433 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2006 120,369 miles

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

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 8832 is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 500 in Blue 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 8832, 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 8832 registered?

MBZ 8832 is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 19 November 1981.

Is MBZ 8832 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBZ 8832 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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