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G46 UYP

1989 Mercedes-benz 560

Grey Petrol 5600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

47,527 mi
Last recorded47,527 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2014
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 560124,128 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG46 UYP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model560
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,600cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2014 47,527 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 46,496 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

all suspension hoses have a misting of oil

exhaust corroded

offside rear suspension unit has a minor oil leak

Pass 29 Mar 2012 46,283 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 29 Mar 2012 46,283 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 45,620 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 45,276 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 44,206 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

ride hieght low

Pass 11 Sep 2007 44,076 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2006 43,244 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 42,389 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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G46 UYP is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 560 in Grey with a 5,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 560 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 124,128 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 G46 UYP, 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 37 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 G46 UYP registered?

G46 UYP is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 560, first registered on 27 November 1989.

Is G46 UYP safe to buy?

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