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1 AMG

1989 Mercedes-benz 560

Black Petrol 5547cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

107,238 mi
Last recorded107,238 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 560124,128 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration1 AMG
MakeMercedes-benz
Model560
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,547cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 107,238 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 107,233 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2021 106,902 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 106,672 miles

Underside wax protected obscuring some components.

Pass 21 Jun 2018 106,438 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 106,423 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 106,100 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2015 106,041 miles
Pass 26 May 2014 105,931 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 105,873 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 105,757 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 105,430 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 105,105 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 103,942 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 101,598 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 101,598 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)

Fail 14 Sep 2006 101,586 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Rear Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 560?

Based on 7,177 MOT tests across 824 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
969
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
824
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 242
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 182
brake binding 177
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 156
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 139
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1 AMG is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 560 in Black with a 5,547cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 560 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 124,128 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 560 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 242 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 1 AMG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 560 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 37 years old, this Mercedes-benz 560 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 1 AMG registered?

1 AMG is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 560, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is 1 AMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1 AMG shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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