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WOI 6664

1981 Mercedes-benz 500

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

99,196 mi
Last recorded99,196 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2014
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 50099,644 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWOI 6664
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2014 99,196 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 99,111 miles

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

slight binding to front brakes

Pass 3 Aug 2012 99,059 miles

front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 98,932 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 98,931 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Coolant leak

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

auxilary belt slipping on steering pump

nearside and offside rear brake disc's scored

Pass 28 May 2009 98,907 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 98,772 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2007 98,772 miles

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 13 Oct 2006 98,673 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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WOI 6664 is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 500 in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WOI 6664, 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 WOI 6664 registered?

WOI 6664 is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is WOI 6664 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WOI 6664 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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