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C571 CTR

1986 Mercedes-benz 560

Blue Petrol 5600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2024
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,457 mi
Last recorded93,457 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2023
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 560116,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC571 CTR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model560
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2023 93,457 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2022 93,269 miles

Exhaust rubber support brackets deteriorated

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Vehicle underbody covered in under seal

Pass 23 Dec 2020 93,245 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 93,087 miles

underbody covered heavily with sealant

Pass 8 Apr 2018 92,908 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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C571 CTR is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 560 in Blue with a 5,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz 560 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 116,191 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 C571 CTR, 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 40 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 C571 CTR registered?

C571 CTR is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 560, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C571 CTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C571 CTR shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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