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N368 WUP

1996 Mercedes-benz 500

Red Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2025
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,055 mi
Last recorded13,055 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2024
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 50071,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN368 WUP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 16 Mar 2024 13,055 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 9,452 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 8,631 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 6,573 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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N368 WUP is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 500 in Red with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 71,408 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 N368 WUP, 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 30 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 N368 WUP registered?

N368 WUP is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N368 WUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N368 WUP shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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