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A18 XXL

1985 Mercedes-benz 260

Silver Petrol 2548cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

278,856 mi
Last recorded278,856 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 XXL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,548cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2014 278,856 miles

fuel pipes corroded

exhaust system corroded

Fail 25 Mar 2014 278,856 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

exhaust system corroded

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 31 Oct 2011 270,905 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 263,583 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2010 263,583 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 255,782 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2009 255,782 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 247,954 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2007 238,591 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 238,591 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

advice o/s steering idler bush has some play

Pass 22 Aug 2006 224,526 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 223,916 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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A18 XXL is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 260 in Silver with a 2,548cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 A18 XXL, 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 41 years old, this Mercedes-benz 260 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A18 XXL registered?

A18 XXL is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is A18 XXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 XXL shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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