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G371 XPK

1990 Mercedes-benz 560

Silver Petrol 5547cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

103,154 mi
Last recorded103,154 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 560127,146 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG371 XPK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model560
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,547cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 103,154 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal brake pipes forming corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration light blue smoke (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front front suspension corroded

Fuel Pipe/s corroded metal fuel pipes corroded

Rear rear suspension corroded

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn all rubber bushes perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Apr 2026 103,154 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding hard to turn by hand (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding hard to turn by hand (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded brake pipes o/s/r a long side the fuel pump corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system x2 metal brake pipes wet in mount clip above o/s/r suspension (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear rear suspension corroded

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal brake pipes forming corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration light blue smoke (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front front suspension corroded

Fuel Pipe/s corroded metal fuel pipes corroded

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn all rubber bushes perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 103,153 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2024 103,152 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 102,718 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 100,033 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 100,032 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 98,830 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 98,309 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 98,309 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 95,996 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 95,361 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2015 95,361 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 94,309 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 93,226 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 91,765 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 90,977 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 90,167 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 89,390 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 88,215 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 86,888 miles

Battery insecure

Coolant leak

Electrical wiring damaged/contaminated

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 10 Aug 2006 84,240 miles

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

Pass 5 Aug 2005 81,373 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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G371 XPK is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 560 in Silver with a 5,547cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 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 G371 XPK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G371 XPK registered?

G371 XPK is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 560, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G371 XPK safe to buy?

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