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F847 XFD

1988 Mercedes-benz 260

Silver Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,685 mi
Last recorded62,685 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2014
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 260124,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF847 XFD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 6 Jun 2014 62,685 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 60,126 miles

offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 14 Mar 2012 56,794 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 54,219 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 52,519 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 51,193 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 50,261 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 49,721 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 46,042 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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F847 XFD is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 260 in Silver 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 F847 XFD, 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 F847 XFD registered?

F847 XFD is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F847 XFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for F847 XFD 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.

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