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D718 WWV

1987 Mercedes-benz 260

Blue Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

63,405 mi
Last recorded63,405 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 260114,049 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD718 WWV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 63,405 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 59,068 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 54,695 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 49,473 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 47,081 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear slight oil leak at differential

Fail 11 May 2021 47,081 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear slight oil leak at differential

Pass 17 Sep 2019 47,074 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2019 47,070 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Central Front Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users water pump leeking fluid (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Emissions not tested water leek (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2011 46,913 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 46,202 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 45,628 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2009 45,628 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2008 45,010 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 44,093 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 43,294 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2005 41,825 miles

Sub-frame synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

slight play in steering box

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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D718 WWV is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 260 in Blue with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 D718 WWV, 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

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What year was D718 WWV registered?

D718 WWV is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 1 March 1987.

Is D718 WWV safe to buy?

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