MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
194,809 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
corrosion to outer sills
exhaust manifold to down pipe joints blowing
rear brake pads look low
Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
corrosion to both rear outer sills
slight exhaust blow at front
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 260?
Based on 18,212 MOT tests across 2,579 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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E738 CBW is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 260 in White with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 E738 CBW, 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 E738 CBW?
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What year was E738 CBW registered?
E738 CBW is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 30 December 1988.
Is E738 CBW safe to buy?
The MOT history for E738 CBW shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does E738 CBW have outstanding finance?
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