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PMW 355Y

1982 Mercedes-benz 500

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

143,187 mi
Last recorded143,187 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2008
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 500101,355 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMW 355Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2008 143,187 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 134,128 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2006 123,577 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2006 123,577 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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PMW 355Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 500 in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PMW 355Y, 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 PMW 355Y?

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What year was PMW 355Y registered?

PMW 355Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 20 September 1982.

Is PMW 355Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMW 355Y shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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