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HIB 7777

1982 Mercedes-benz 500

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

247,275 mi
Last recorded247,275 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2006
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 500101,355 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHIB 7777
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 Jan 2006 247,275 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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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HIB 7777 is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 500 in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 HIB 7777, 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 HIB 7777 registered?

HIB 7777 is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 6 October 1982.

Is HIB 7777 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HIB 7777 shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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