MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
181,152 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
Nearside Front Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
centre silencers corroded
front pads 75% worn
front shocks damp
nearside front and offside front tyres wearing on edges
oil leak from engine
rear diff leaking from offside driveshaft oil seal
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 560?
Based on 7,177 MOT tests across 824 vehicles.
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F796 UPB is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 560 in Black with a 5,547cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 560 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 124,128 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 F796 UPB, 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 37 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 F796 UPB registered?
F796 UPB is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 560, first registered on 21 March 1989.
Is F796 UPB safe to buy?
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