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N535 JCR

1996 Mercedes-benz 500

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

90,599 mi
Last recorded90,599 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 50071,408 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN535 JCR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 90,599 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 13 May 2025 89,006 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Suspension unit damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 88,847 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Jul 2024 88,847 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 86,995 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 86,495 miles

Amber oil warning light is on

Pass 2 Jun 2021 84,918 miles

Amber oil warning light is on

Exhaust system is corroded and in poor condition

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Jun 2021 84,918 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Amber oil warning light is on

Exhaust system is corroded and in poor condition

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2019 79,547 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 76,819 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 72,310 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 71,525 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 71,292 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 70,043 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 67,257 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 65,995 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 64,266 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 63,450 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 63,163 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 62,660 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 62,243 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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N535 JCR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 500 in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 N535 JCR, 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 N535 JCR registered?

N535 JCR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N535 JCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N535 JCR shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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