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F460 KTT

1989 Mercedes-benz 260

Red Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

192,068 mi
Last recorded192,068 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 260120,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF460 KTT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 192,068 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

underbody coated at sealant

Fail 13 Apr 2026 192,068 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Coil spring worn so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Lower Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Speedometer clearly inoperative (7.8 (b) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Under body sealed with underbody spray

Pass 4 Jan 2025 192,068 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2024 192,068 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 190,724 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2023 190,649 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 184,114 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2021 177,355 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 173,037 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 165,939 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 157,691 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 150,710 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 141,052 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 133,643 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 124,266 miles

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)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 113,738 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 103,240 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 92,752 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 81,516 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 70,518 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 66,612 miles

o\s\f outer tyre wall cracking

Fail 20 Dec 2007 66,612 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

o\s\f outer tyre wall cracking

Pass 19 Oct 2006 56,530 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Oct 2005 48,077 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2005 48,038 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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F460 KTT is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 260 in Red with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 F460 KTT, 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

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What year was F460 KTT registered?

F460 KTT is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F460 KTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F460 KTT shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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