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TAD 164W

1981 Mercedes-benz 500

Green Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2023
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,081 mi
Last recorded78,081 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2022
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 50099,644 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAD 164W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2022 78,081 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre - Slight flat spot

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre - Slight flat spot

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 78,011 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge feathering on outer edge of tread(approx 2mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 78,007 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 77,998 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 77,993 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 77,941 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 77,930 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 77,926 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 77,916 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2008 77,841 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 77,753 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 77,592 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2005 77,470 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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TAD 164W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 500 in Green with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TAD 164W, 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 TAD 164W registered?

TAD 164W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 1 April 1981.

Is TAD 164W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAD 164W shows 13 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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