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F508 TFL

1988 Mercedes-benz 260

Silver Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

155,067 mi
Last recorded155,067 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2009
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 260124,092 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF508 TFL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2009 155,067 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 155,067 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

All 4 tyres worn close to limit and badly perished.

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Mayjor corrosion to n/s/f floor pan not within prescribed area.

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

O/S/R outer sill corroded just outside seatbelt prescribed area.

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 15 Jul 2008 150,107 miles

ALL 4 TYRES CRACKING

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s+o/s/front wing rusting

Pass 15 Jul 2008 150,107 miles

ALL 4 TYRES CRACKING

n/s+o/s/front wing rusting

Pass 21 Jun 2007 148,433 miles

all 4 tyres cracking

Fail 3 Jul 2006 146,048 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 146,048 miles

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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F508 TFL is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 260 in Silver with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 F508 TFL, 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 F508 TFL registered?

F508 TFL is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F508 TFL safe to buy?

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