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E131 OFX

1988 Mercedes-benz 260

Silver Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

64,714 mi
Last recorded64,714 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2011
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 260124,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE131 OFX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2011 64,714 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 64,717 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 64,717 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 64,717 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 64,717 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 64,717 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

slight play in the nearside front wheel, seem's to be in the sterring arm's

Pass 19 Sep 2006 63,160 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 57,856 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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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E131 OFX is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 260 in Silver with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 E131 OFX, 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 E131 OFX registered?

E131 OFX is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 5 January 1988.

Is E131 OFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E131 OFX shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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