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E459 PDC

1988 Mercedes-benz 260

Red Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

142,785 mi
Last recorded142,785 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2010
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 260124,092 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE459 PDC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2010 142,785 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jul 2009 136,074 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 15 Jul 2009 136,071 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2008 128,716 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 128,712 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2007 119,836 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 111,868 miles

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

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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E459 PDC is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 260 in Red with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 E459 PDC, 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 E459 PDC registered?

E459 PDC is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 15 June 1988.

Is E459 PDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E459 PDC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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