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22 JXN

1988 Mercedes-benz 560

Grey Petrol 5547cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

128,533 mi
Last recorded128,533 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 560129,262 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration22 JXN
MakeMercedes-benz
Model560
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,547cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 128,533 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 128,190 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 127,496 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 126,785 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2020 126,112 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 125,576 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 125,534 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 125,371 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 125,369 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded marked (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 125,331 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 125,314 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 125,018 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 124,549 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 123,785 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 122,595 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 119,397 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 118,159 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 116,694 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 115,469 miles

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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22 JXN is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 560 in Grey with a 5,547cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz 560 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 129,262 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 22 JXN, 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 38 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 22 JXN registered?

22 JXN is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 560, first registered on 22 March 1988.

Is 22 JXN safe to buy?

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