MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
64,818 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Oil leak
Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Propshaft component defective
Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
Propshaft component defective
Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
n/s/r tyre inner edge perished
smell of petrol around fuel filter housing
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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F30 VDE is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 260 in Black with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 260 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 120,574 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 F30 VDE, 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 37 years old, this Mercedes-benz 260 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of F30 VDE?
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What year was F30 VDE registered?
F30 VDE is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 28 April 1989.
Is F30 VDE safe to buy?
The MOT history for F30 VDE shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does F30 VDE have outstanding finance?
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