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D383 DPL

1987 Mercedes-benz 560

Black Petrol 5547cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2021
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

122,462 mi
Last recorded122,462 miles
Recorded on7 May 2020
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 560105,270 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD383 DPL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model560
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,547cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2020 122,462 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 May 2020 122,462 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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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D383 DPL is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 560 in Black with a 5,547cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 D383 DPL, 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

How do I check the history of D383 DPL?

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What year was D383 DPL registered?

D383 DPL is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 560, first registered on 1 January 1987.

Is D383 DPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D383 DPL shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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