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F113 CWG

1988 Mercedes-benz 260

Blue Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

98,768 mi
Last recorded98,768 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2010
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 260124,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF113 CWG
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2010 98,768 miles

off side front light lens cracked both rear tyres low on tread

Fail 14 Dec 2010 98,766 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

off side front light lens cracked both rear tyres low on tread

Pass 28 Nov 2009 98,766 miles

Offside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Nov 2008 98,762 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2008 98,762 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Nov 2007 9,876 miles

Oil leak

rear diff slight leak

slight crack in offside front headlight

slight play in nearside bottom ball joint

Fail 21 Nov 2007 9,876 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

rear diff slight leak

Oil leak

slight crack in offside front headlight

slight play in nearside bottom ball joint

Pass 14 Nov 2006 98,766 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 98,766 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

offside headlamp lens cracked

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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F113 CWG is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 260 in Blue with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F113 CWG, 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 F113 CWG registered?

F113 CWG is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 6 September 1988.

Is F113 CWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F113 CWG shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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