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E882 JPK

1988 Mercedes-benz 260

Black Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

108,192 mi
Last recorded108,192 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2012
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 260124,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE882 JPK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2012 108,192 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 108,190 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 108,121 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 107,183 miles

Propshaft component defective

Pass 13 Aug 2008 106,312 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 102,755 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 102,755 miles

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 98,622 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2006 98,622 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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E882 JPK is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 260 in Black with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 E882 JPK, 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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What year was E882 JPK registered?

E882 JPK is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E882 JPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for E882 JPK shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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