MOT Status
ValidMileage
102,650 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
front wipers worn
n/s and o/s front seatbelts webbing frayed at lower anchorage points
Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
o/s outer sill corrosion
both outer sills corroded
steering box leaking
n/s o/s sill corrosion
oil leak
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 500?
Based on 45,594 MOT tests across 4,342 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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UDB 838X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 500 in Green with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.
Across all 1981 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 99,644 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 UDB 838X, 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 45 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 UDB 838X?
You can check the full history of UDB 838X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was UDB 838X registered?
UDB 838X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 6 November 1981.
Is UDB 838X safe to buy?
The MOT history for UDB 838X shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does UDB 838X have outstanding finance?
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