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A13 BGS

1987 Mercedes-benz 260

White Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

129,301 mi
Last recorded129,301 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2005
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 260114,049 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 BGS
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2005 129,301 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2005 129,301 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Steering column shaft retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 260?

Based on 18,212 MOT tests across 2,579 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
2,796
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
2,579
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 853
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 841
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 413
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 403
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 361
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A13 BGS is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 260 in White with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz 260 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 114,049 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 260 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 853 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A13 BGS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 260 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 39 years old, this Mercedes-benz 260 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A13 BGS registered?

A13 BGS is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is A13 BGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A13 BGS 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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