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FFR 680Y

1982 Mercedes-benz 500

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2018
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

114,422 mi
Last recorded114,422 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2017
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 500101,355 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFR 680Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2017 114,422 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

all tyres have cracks in tread grooves

underside of vehicle corroded but not in prescribed areas

Fail 13 Apr 2017 114,422 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

all tyres have cracks in tread grooves

underside of vehicle corroded but not in prescribed areas

Pass 18 May 2007 114,408 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 114,408 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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FFR 680Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 500 in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 101,355 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FFR 680Y, 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 44 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 FFR 680Y registered?

FFR 680Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 5 November 1982.

Is FFR 680Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FFR 680Y shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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