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BER 1S

1990 Mercedes-benz 560

Black Petrol 5547cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

62,118 mi
Last recorded62,118 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 560127,146 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBER 1S
MakeMercedes-benz
Model560
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,547cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 62,118 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2025 61,928 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2025 61,865 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 81,203 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 61,450 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Gear Box area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Oil Leak from Diff

Fail 6 Feb 2023 61,450 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Gear Box area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Oil Leak from Diff

Pass 31 Jan 2022 58,470 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 55,864 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 55,395 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 55,106 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 54,670 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 53,888 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 53,410 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 52,188 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2015 52,174 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in nearside front tyre

n/s/f tyre worn on inner tread

Pass 8 Jan 2014 50,252 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 45,326 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 43,338 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 41,906 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 39,983 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 38,491 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 37,610 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 33,641 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 33,641 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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BER 1S is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 560 in Black with a 5,547cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 560 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 127,146 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 BER 1S, 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 36 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 BER 1S registered?

BER 1S is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 560, first registered on 23 January 1990.

Is BER 1S safe to buy?

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