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E118 DNA

1987 Mercedes-benz 560

Black Petrol 5547cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2011
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,521 mi
Last recorded24,521 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2010
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 560105,270 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE118 DNA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model560
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,547cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 24 Feb 2010 24,521 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 24,257 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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E118 DNA is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 560 in Black with a 5,547cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 E118 DNA, 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.

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What year was E118 DNA registered?

E118 DNA is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 560, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is E118 DNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E118 DNA shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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