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1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 SEL
United Kingdom • 7 Mar 2026 • Lot 2r
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 SEL, with two previous owners, boasts a deep blue exterior and cream interior. Having been dry-stored and recently serviced, it presents a unique opportunity for collectors seeking a well-preserved classic.
Condition
7
Well-kept, slight wear, minor reconditioning.
/ 10
Automatic
Transmission:
WDB1260392A267898
Chassis No:
Odometer:
54,905 miles
D625 WPJ
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Two previous owners
Low-mileage example
The Mercedes-Benz W126 model was the successor to the earlier W116 line and the second generation of the Mercedes-Benz flagship to officially bear the S-Class name meaning Sonderklasse or 'special class'.
The model range also introduced many Mercedes-Benz safety innovations, including the first airbag (supplemental restraint systems), seatbelt pre-tensioners and traction control.
Six years of development resulted in the W126 model being introduced at the International Motor Show in Frankfurt in September 1979, with design work on the coupé beginning immediately after.
Compared to its predecessor, the new model had a sleeker, lower profile design, with more aerodynamic qualities than previous models.
All were immensely safe and capable machines that were designed to barrel along the fast lane of the German autobahns all day long without a murmur of protest from car or driver.
The flagship Mercedes luxury saloon powered by a smooth eight-cyli...
Points of note
£2,551
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£13,258
Median Price (Since 2020)
£75,510
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Oct 07 2021
Latest MOT Mileage
54,778 miles
Registration Date
1986-08-22
MOT History
Passed
On Oct 08 2020 with 54,778 miles
Passed
On Jul 31 2019 with 54,714 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- 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))
- Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Failed
On Jul 31 2019 with 54,714 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- 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))
- Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Passed
On Aug 09 2018 with 54,671 miles
Failed
On Aug 09 2018 with 54,671 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
Passed
On Aug 21 2017 with 54,630 miles
Passed
On Aug 23 2016 with 54,561 miles
Passed
On Aug 08 2015 with 54,141 miles
Passed
On Aug 27 2014 with 54,078 miles
Failed
On Aug 23 2014 with 54,078 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
- Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
Passed
On Aug 22 2013 with 53,940 miles
Passed
On Aug 23 2012 with 53,846 miles
Passed
On Aug 31 2011 with 53,804 miles
Passed
On Aug 28 2010 with 53,955 miles
Passed
On Aug 25 2009 with 53,953 miles
Passed
On Oct 11 2007 with 53,522 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Failed
On Oct 11 2007 with 53,522 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Fail:
- Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
- Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Passed
On Sep 12 2006 with 53,481 miles
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