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AHZ 8670

1987 Mercedes-benz 260

Silver Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

140,952 mi
Last recorded140,952 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2005
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 260114,049 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAHZ 8670
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2005 140,952 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 26 Aug 2005 140,951 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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AHZ 8670 is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 260 in Silver 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 AHZ 8670, 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

How do I check the history of AHZ 8670?

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What year was AHZ 8670 registered?

AHZ 8670 is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 9 October 1987.

Is AHZ 8670 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AHZ 8670 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.

Does AHZ 8670 have outstanding finance?

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