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YFC 897X

1981 Mercedes-benz 500

Gold Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

56,624 mi
Last recorded56,624 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2021
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 50099,644 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYFC 897X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2021 56,624 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 56,406 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 56,086 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2018 55,907 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules offside and nearside (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 54,924 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 54,679 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 54,657 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 54,115 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 53,338 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 53,149 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 53,108 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 52,979 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 52,712 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2008 52,712 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Nov 2007 52,542 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2007 52,542 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Nov 2006 52,074 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 52,074 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 12 Nov 2005 51,319 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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YFC 897X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 500 in Gold with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 YFC 897X, 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 YFC 897X registered?

YFC 897X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is YFC 897X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YFC 897X shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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