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F500 GNA

1988 Mercedes-benz 560

Black Petrol 5547cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,483 mi
Last recorded68,483 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2025
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 560129,262 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF500 GNA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model560
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,547cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 18 Apr 2025 68,483 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 68,241 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 68,135 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 66,275 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 62,100 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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F500 GNA is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 560 in Black with a 5,547cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 F500 GNA, 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 F500 GNA?

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What year was F500 GNA registered?

F500 GNA is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 560, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is F500 GNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F500 GNA shows 5 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 F500 GNA have outstanding finance?

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