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E254 AKW

1988 Mercedes-benz 560

Bronze Petrol 5600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,769 mi
Last recorded92,769 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 560129,262 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE254 AKW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model560
Year1988
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2025 92,769 miles

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

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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E254 AKW is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 560 in Bronze with a 5,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz 560 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 129,262 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 E254 AKW, 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 38 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 E254 AKW registered?

E254 AKW is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 560, first registered on 22 February 1988.

Is E254 AKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E254 AKW shows 1 test 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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