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URJ 451X

1981 Mercedes-benz 500

Grey Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

152,984 mi
Last recorded152,984 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2022
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 50099,644 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationURJ 451X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2022 152,984 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 152,838 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 151,725 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 150,633 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 149,733 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 149,473 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 149,437 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 148,783 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 148,783 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 Oct 2007 148,602 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

under vehicle undersealed in various prescribed areas.

Pass 27 Oct 2006 148,136 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 148,105 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Torsion bar attachment bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.E.4c)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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URJ 451X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 500 in Grey with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 URJ 451X, 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 URJ 451X registered?

URJ 451X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 25 November 1981.

Is URJ 451X safe to buy?

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