CA31 - MERCEDES-BENZ 500
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 17 days ago
The Mercedes-Benz 500, often referred to simply as the 500, is a distinguished model within the marque’s storied history. Renowned for its blend of luxury and performance, this vehicle exemplifies Mercedes-Benz’s commitment to engineering excellence. Manufactured during the late 20th century, the 500 has become a symbol of sophistication and technological innovation. Its notable features include a powerful engine, refined interior, and advanced safety systems for its time. As a flagship model, the Mercedes-Benz 500 continues to be celebrated by enthusiasts and collectors alike, representing a pinnacle of German automotive craftsmanship.
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 22 MOT tests
This Mercedes-Benz 500, registration CA31, was manufactured in 1989 and first registered in July 1989. It has a blue exterior and a 4.97-litre petrol engine. The vehicle is currently taxed and has a valid MOT until 30 June 2025, with the latest test conducted on 28 June 2024. It has recorded a mileage of 60,656 miles. The MOT included several advisories: deteriorated front registration plate, slight play in the nearside front wheel bearing, an oil leak, light misting of oil on both front shock absorbers, and corrosion on the offside front brake pipe. No serious or dangerous issues were noted. CO2 emissions data is unavailable.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
22
Passed Tests
19
Failed Tests
3
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 28 June 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 60,656 mi
Expires: 30 June 2025
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- Advisory Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- Advisory Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Passed - 28 June 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 60,331 mi
Expires: 30 June 2024
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory rear diff oil leak
- Advisory Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- Advisory Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Passed - 08 June 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 59,689 mi
Expires: 30 June 2023
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- Advisory Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe (6.1.2 (a))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory rear diff oil leak
- Advisory Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- Advisory Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- Advisory Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Passed - 28 June 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 58,768 mi
Expires: 30 June 2022
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe (6.1.2 (a))
- Advisory Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- Advisory Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- Advisory Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory noise from steering lock to lock
Passed - 01 July 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 58,180 mi
Expires: 30 June 2021
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory rear diff oil leak
Passed - 10 June 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 57,244 mi
Expires: 26 December 2020
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed - 06 June 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 56,085 mi
Expires: 26 June 2019
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Steering linkage lightly rubbing (2.1.4 (a))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Passed - 05 June 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 55,235 mi
Expires: 26 June 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Oil leak
- Advisory offside front tyre wearing on outer edge
- Advisory rear diff oil leak
- Advisory noise from nearside front steering (lock to lock)
Passed - 27 June 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 54,605 mi
Expires: 26 June 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- Advisory Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
Passed - 10 June 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 53,967 mi
Expires: 16 June 2016
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
- Advisory Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- Advisory Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Passed - 19 May 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 52,499 mi
Expires: 16 June 2015
Passed - 04 June 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 51,490 mi
Expires: 16 June 2014
Failed - 04 June 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 51,490 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- Major Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
Passed - 07 June 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 50,712 mi
Expires: 16 June 2013
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 10 June 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 48,828 mi
Expires: 16 June 2012
Failed - 07 June 2011 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 48,808 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
Major Defects:
- Major Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Passed - 09 June 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 47,793 mi
Expires: 16 June 2011
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- Advisory Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Failed - 03 June 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 47,764 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- Major Nearside Front An item not tested (Manual)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- Advisory Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Passed - 11 June 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 47,082 mi
Expires: 16 June 2010
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
Passed - 09 June 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 46,413 mi
Expires: 16 June 2009
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Passed - 29 May 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 45,864 mi
Expires: 16 June 2008
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Passed - 17 June 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 45,280 mi
Expires: 16 June 2007
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for CA31?
The MOT expires on 30 June 2025.
What is the tax status of CA31?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 May 2025.
What are the specifications of CA31?
This is a 1989 MERCEDES-BENZ 500 in Blue. It runs on Petrol with a 4973cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of CA31?
Environmental data not available for this vehicle.