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NCF 150X

1981 Mercedes-benz 500

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

70,610 mi
Last recorded70,610 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2023
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 50099,644 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNCF 150X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2023 70,610 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Slight weep from rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 70,598 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 70,506 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush on top arm, slight movement. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2017 70,457 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 70,317 miles

OIL LEAK

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread CRACKED (6.3.1d)

Fail 28 May 2015 70,311 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 28 May 2015 70,311 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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NCF 150X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 500 in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 NCF 150X, 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

How do I check the history of NCF 150X?

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What year was NCF 150X registered?

NCF 150X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is NCF 150X safe to buy?

The MOT history for NCF 150X shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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