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KAV 4L

1987 Mercedes-benz 560

White Petrol 5547cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,877 mi
Last recorded89,877 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2020
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 560105,270 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAV 4L
MakeMercedes-benz
Model560
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,547cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2020 89,877 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 89,602 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2016 69,815 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 69,669 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 69,669 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 98,317 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 92,131 miles

CENTRE EXHAUST MOUNT CABLE TIED

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 119,464 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Feb 2008 119,440 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2006 68,658 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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KAV 4L is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 560 in White with a 5,547cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz 560 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 105,270 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 KAV 4L, 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 39 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 KAV 4L registered?

KAV 4L is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 560, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is KAV 4L safe to buy?

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