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A20 OTJ

1987 Mercedes-benz 260

Silver Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

206,985 mi
Last recorded206,985 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2010
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 260114,049 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 OTJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 10 Sep 2010 206,985 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8) DANGEROUS

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside rear chassis above subframe mounting corroded

Pass 30 Sep 2009 206,985 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 206,689 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2007 205,046 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 200,997 miles

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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A20 OTJ is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 260 in Silver with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A20 OTJ, 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.

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What year was A20 OTJ registered?

A20 OTJ is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 5 November 1987.

Is A20 OTJ safe to buy?

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