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D20 CPP

1992 Mercedes-benz 260

Grey Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

97,502 mi
Last recorded97,502 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2016
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 260125,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD20 CPP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 5 Nov 2016 97,502 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 97,166 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 94,079 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jul 2013 88,941 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jul 2012 83,218 miles

o/s/r light lens cracked not showing white light to rear

Fail 18 Jul 2012 83,161 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

o/s/r light lens cracked not showing white light to rear

Pass 14 Jul 2011 78,384 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

nearside rear brake disc pitted

Fail 14 Jul 2011 78,384 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

nearside rear brake disc pitted

Pass 14 Jul 2010 69,957 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 60,893 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 54,382 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 46,347 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 38,027 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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D20 CPP is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260 in Grey with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 260 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 125,308 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 D20 CPP, 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 34 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 D20 CPP registered?

D20 CPP is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is D20 CPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for D20 CPP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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