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BNZ 5661

1987 Mercedes-benz 560

Black Petrol 5547cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

158,572 mi
Last recorded158,572 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2009
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 560105,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 5661
MakeMercedes-benz
Model560
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,547cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 5 Mar 2009 158,572 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 158,572 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 154,147 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 154,147 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 148,776 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 145,937 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2006 145,937 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror not clearly visible from the drivers seat or incapable of being adjusted to be clearly visible from the driver's seat (8.1.1d)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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BNZ 5661 is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 560 in Black with a 5,547cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz 560 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 105,270 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BNZ 5661, 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 39 years old, this Mercedes-benz 560 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BNZ 5661?

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What year was BNZ 5661 registered?

BNZ 5661 is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 560, first registered on 10 September 1987.

Is BNZ 5661 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 5661 shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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