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E100 MBD

1988 Mercedes-benz 260

Grey Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

113,781 mi
Last recorded113,781 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2019
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 260124,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE100 MBD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2019 113,781 miles

MILOMETER NOT WORKING

Fail 18 Dec 2019 113,781 miles

MILOMETER NOT WORKING

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2018 113,781 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2018 113,781 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 13 Dec 2017 113,781 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2017 113,781 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 113,781 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 18 Dec 2015 113,781 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2015 113,781 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 113,781 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front and rear brake pads cant be seen

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

Nearside rear tyre abnormal wear

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

Oil leak

Pass 8 Nov 2013 113,781 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside front tyre abnormal wear (tracking)

Oil leak

Unable to see front brake pad wear

Unable to see rear brake pad wear

Pass 24 Sep 2012 113,781 miles

BULB WARNING LIGHT INDICATOR LIGHT ON . ALL LAMPS WORKING CORRECTLY.

NEARSIDE FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER VERY SLIGHT PLAY.

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN 4.00 MM

OFFSIDE REAT TYRE WORN TO 3.00MM

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

UNABLE TO CHECK CENTRE LAP BELT TRAPED UNDER SEAT.

Pass 26 Sep 2011 113,781 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 113,781 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 113,781 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 105,878 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 98,383 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2007 95,694 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 92,300 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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E100 MBD is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 260 in Grey with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz 260 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 124,092 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 E100 MBD, 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 38 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 E100 MBD registered?

E100 MBD is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 24 February 1988.

Is E100 MBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for E100 MBD shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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