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E40 MYU

1988 Mercedes-benz 560

Blue Petrol 5547cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

107,081 mi
Last recorded107,081 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2007
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 560129,262 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE40 MYU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model560
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,547cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 6 Sep 2007 107,081 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2006 94,761 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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E40 MYU is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 560 in Blue with a 5,547cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests 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 E40 MYU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E40 MYU?

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What year was E40 MYU registered?

E40 MYU is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 560, first registered on 9 June 1988.

Is E40 MYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E40 MYU 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.

Does E40 MYU have outstanding finance?

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