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D697 RGO

1987 Mercedes-benz 260

Grey Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

144,971 mi
Last recorded144,971 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2006
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 260114,049 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD697 RGO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2006 144,971 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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D697 RGO is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 260 in Grey with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 D697 RGO, 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 D697 RGO registered?

D697 RGO is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 23 March 1987.

Is D697 RGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for D697 RGO shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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