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B3 RGL

1989 Mercedes-benz 560

Blue Petrol 5547cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

147,251 mi
Last recorded147,251 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2012
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 560124,128 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 RGL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model560
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,547cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2012 147,251 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 146,929 miles

emits blue smoke

Pass 1 Jul 2010 146,597 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 146,597 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 145,533 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 145,108 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 144,511 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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B3 RGL is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 560 in Blue with a 5,547cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 B3 RGL, 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.

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What year was B3 RGL registered?

B3 RGL is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 560, first registered on 1 January 1989.

Is B3 RGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 RGL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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