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F692 VEW

1988 Mercedes-benz 260

Green Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,049 mi
Last recorded78,049 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2014
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 260124,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF692 VEW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2014 78,049 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 88,850 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 78,049 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 78,049 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 78,049 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 74,307 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 69,631 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 64,842 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 59,718 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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F692 VEW is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 260 in Green with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 F692 VEW, 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 F692 VEW registered?

F692 VEW is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 9 August 1988.

Is F692 VEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F692 VEW shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F692 VEW have outstanding finance?

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