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J985 NLN

1992 Mercedes-benz 560

Black Petrol 5547cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

152,103 mi
Last recorded152,103 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2023
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 560132,887 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ985 NLN
MakeMercedes-benz
Model560
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,547cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2023 152,103 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 151,660 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 151,310 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 150,960 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 150,560 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 149,965 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 149,737 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 149,461 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 148,693 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 148,693 miles

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

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 2 May 2012 147,372 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 145,925 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 142,017 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 138,442 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 135,940 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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J985 NLN is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 560 in Black with a 5,547cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 560 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 132,887 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 J985 NLN, 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 34 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 J985 NLN?

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What year was J985 NLN registered?

J985 NLN is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 560, first registered on 30 January 1992.

Is J985 NLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J985 NLN shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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