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C560 SEC

1991 Mercedes-benz 560

Grey Petrol 5547cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2025
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

110,489 mi
Last recorded110,489 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2024
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 560118,138 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC560 SEC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model560
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,547cc
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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2024 110,489 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2023 109,530 miles
Pass 31 May 2021 108,780 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 104,348 miles

engine covers/sill covers fitted at time of test

Pass 5 Aug 2016 99,094 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 99,094 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 7 Jul 2015 92,823 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 92,823 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2015

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 91,795 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 88,975 miles

tape fitted to nsf bumper to cover sharp edges

Fail 20 May 2009 88,941 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

nsf brake slightly binding

osf wing badly corroded

osr bumper badly corroded

Fail 20 May 2008 88,230 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 20 May 2008 88,230 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 86,713 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 85,146 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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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C560 SEC is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 560 in Grey with a 5,547cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 C560 SEC, 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

How do I check the history of C560 SEC?

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What year was C560 SEC registered?

C560 SEC is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 560, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is C560 SEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C560 SEC shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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