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D767 XNL

1987 Mercedes-benz 260

Silver Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 260114,049 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD767 XNL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2013
Pass 14 Jun 2012 74,014 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 14 Jun 2012 74,014 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 27 May 2011 63,462 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

dashboard lights not working

Pass 27 May 2011 63,462 miles

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

dashboard lights not working

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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D767 XNL is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 260 in Silver with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 D767 XNL, 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 D767 XNL registered?

D767 XNL is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 5 May 1987.

Is D767 XNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D767 XNL shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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