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F507 LLG

1988 Mercedes-benz 260

Green Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

191,451 mi
Last recorded191,451 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2010
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 260124,092 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF507 LLG
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2010 191,451 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 191,445 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s/rear and n/s/rear chassis slight corroded and all brake pipes have greese all over

Pass 24 Jan 2009 190,937 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Fail 23 Jan 2009 190,937 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 187,813 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 177,861 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2005 167,184 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2005 167,184 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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F507 LLG is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 260 in Green with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 F507 LLG, 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 F507 LLG registered?

F507 LLG is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 13 October 1988.

Is F507 LLG safe to buy?

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