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C4 MKL

1988 Mercedes-benz 260

White Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

108,601 mi
Last recorded108,601 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2012
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 260124,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC4 MKL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2012 108,601 miles

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

surface corosion under body.

Fail 3 Nov 2012 108,601 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2011 108,601 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 101,585 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 98,608 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 98,604 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 98,600 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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C4 MKL is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 260 in White with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz 260 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 124,092 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 C4 MKL, 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 38 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 C4 MKL registered?

C4 MKL is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 10 October 1988.

Is C4 MKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C4 MKL shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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