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E336 CDB

1988 Mercedes-benz 260

Blue Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

121,865 mi
Last recorded121,865 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2010
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 260124,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE336 CDB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2010 121,865 miles

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

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

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

Fail 10 Feb 2010 121,865 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2009 112,049 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 111,757 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 108,335 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 106,560 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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E336 CDB is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 260 in Blue with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 E336 CDB, 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.

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How do I check the history of E336 CDB?

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What year was E336 CDB registered?

E336 CDB is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 15 January 1988.

Is E336 CDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E336 CDB shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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