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LUV 686X

1982 Mercedes-benz 500

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

67,770 mi
Last recorded67,770 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2024
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 500101,355 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLUV 686X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2024 67,770 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Slight Play In Steering Idler

Washer Fluid Leak

Fail 8 Apr 2024 67,700 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake Looks Old & Contaminated

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Slight Play In Steering Idler

Washer Fluid Leak

Pass 16 Aug 2021 67,035 miles

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive engine bay lower does drip but slowly (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))

Nearside Front on lower limit

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 66,374 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 15 Jul 2019 66,374 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2017 65,759 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 65,738 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2016 65,737 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2015 65,549 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 65,405 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 64,971 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 64,870 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 64,504 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 63,975 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 63,975 miles

Offside Front Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 63,397 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 60,535 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 60,535 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 58,901 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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LUV 686X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 500 in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 LUV 686X, 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

How do I check the history of LUV 686X?

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What year was LUV 686X registered?

LUV 686X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 1 January 1982.

Is LUV 686X safe to buy?

The MOT history for LUV 686X shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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