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D59 APL

1987 Mercedes-benz 260

Red Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

121,993 mi
Last recorded121,993 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2007
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 260114,049 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD59 APL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2007 121,993 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Feb 2006 120,815 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 8 Feb 2006 120,815 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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D59 APL is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 260 in Red with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 D59 APL, 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 D59 APL?

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What year was D59 APL registered?

D59 APL is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 24 March 1987.

Is D59 APL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D59 APL shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D59 APL have outstanding finance?

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