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MIB 4337

1974 Mercedes-benz 500

White Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

107,577 mi
Last recorded107,577 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMIB 4337
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2007 107,577 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2007 107,573 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 30 Nov 2006 107,466 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 107,278 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2005 107,274 miles

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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MIB 4337 is a 1974 Mercedes-benz 500 in White with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 MIB 4337, 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 52 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 MIB 4337 registered?

MIB 4337 is a 1974 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 5 March 1974.

Is MIB 4337 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MIB 4337 shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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