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F762 NTT

1988 Mercedes-benz 260

Black Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

246,079 mi
Last recorded246,079 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2009
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 260124,092 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF762 NTT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2009 246,079 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2009 246,079 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

o/s/r wheel has slight play side to side

slight smoke on tick over

Pass 18 Aug 2008 236,801 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2008 236,799 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2007 228,850 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 225,872 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2006 225,870 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

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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F762 NTT is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 260 in Black 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 F762 NTT, 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

How do I check the history of F762 NTT?

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What year was F762 NTT registered?

F762 NTT is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is F762 NTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F762 NTT shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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