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APP 34R

1991 Mercedes-benz 560

Silver Petrol 5547cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2022
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

132,239 mi
Last recorded132,239 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2021
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 560118,138 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPP 34R
MakeMercedes-benz
Model560
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,547cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2021 132,239 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 129,924 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 128,417 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 125,557 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 122,586 miles

Near side steering idler slight play

Pass 22 Jul 2016 119,143 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2016 119,143 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 116,117 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 114,755 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 112,574 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 111,790 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 108,675 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 107,803 miles

ASR light on

Oil leak

Fail 16 May 2009 107,508 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 May 2009 107,508 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 107,291 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 107,173 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2007 107,173 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jun 2006 104,083 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 104,083 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 27 May 2005 100,392 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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APP 34R is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 560 in Silver with a 5,547cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 560 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 118,138 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 APP 34R, 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 35 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 APP 34R registered?

APP 34R is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 560, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is APP 34R safe to buy?

The MOT history for APP 34R shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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