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J947 CYW

1991 Mercedes-benz 560

Grey Petrol 5547cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

60,218 mi
Last recorded60,218 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 560118,138 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ947 CYW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model560
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,547cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Fail 13 Jun 2025 60,218 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Service brake binding but not excessively both fronts (1.2.1 (f))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2016 60,195 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 60,168 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 60,140 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 60,054 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 59,560 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 59,117 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 58,783 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 58,511 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 58,179 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 57,720 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 57,386 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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J947 CYW is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 560 in Grey with a 5,547cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 560 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 118,138 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 J947 CYW, 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 35 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 J947 CYW registered?

J947 CYW is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 560, first registered on 1 December 1991.

Is J947 CYW safe to buy?

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