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G117 XNM

1990 Mercedes-benz 560

Grey Petrol 5547cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

218,588 mi
Last recorded218,588 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2012
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 560127,146 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG117 XNM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model560
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,547cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 1 Aug 2012 218,588 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 215,561 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 15 Jul 2011 215,561 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 215,468 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 215,468 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 212,578 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 206,121 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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G117 XNM is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 560 in Grey with a 5,547cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 560 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 127,146 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 G117 XNM, 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 36 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 G117 XNM registered?

G117 XNM is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 560, first registered on 26 February 1990.

Is G117 XNM safe to buy?

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