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E290 LBK

1988 Mercedes-benz 260

White Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

73,888 mi
Last recorded73,888 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 260124,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE290 LBK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 73,888 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 73,841 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 73,782 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 73,384 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 71,768 miles

various brake pipes covered in grease

Fail 26 Mar 2019 71,768 miles

Offside Rear Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users petrol from pump/filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

various brake pipes covered in grease

Pass 27 Mar 2018 68,809 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 64,268 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 60,871 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 60,394 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 58,841 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 58,435 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Feb 2013 58,187 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 57,835 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 57,406 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 56,171 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 53,444 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 52,223 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 50,732 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 49,155 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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E290 LBK is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 260 in White with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 E290 LBK, 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 E290 LBK registered?

E290 LBK is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 12 March 1988.

Is E290 LBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for E290 LBK shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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