1988 Mercedes-Benz 560 5.5L Petrol · KIW 6256
1988 Mercedes-Benz 560 (5.5L, petrol). First registered 11 Aug 1988. Recorded mileage 110,021 miles. MOT valid until 02 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ 560
- Year / Origin
- 1988 · Borehamwood
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 110,021 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 5.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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KIW 6256 Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/04/2026
- 110,021 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KIW 6256 MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560 (KIW 6256) between March 2022 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
KIW 6256 Mileage History
- 01/03/2022153,980 mi
- 28/02/2023154,010 mi+30 mi
- 09/09/2024109,962 mi-44,048 mi
- 04/04/2026110,021 mi+59 mi
Average of roughly -10,739 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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