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F883 PGV

1989 Mercedes-benz 260

White Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

115,584 mi
Last recorded115,584 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 260120,574 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF883 PGV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 115,584 miles

Front both wings corroded

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 114,516 miles

Nearside Front wing corroded

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front wing corroded

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2024 114,489 miles

Nearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Front Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front wing corroded

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front wing corroded

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 113,277 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front wing corroded, but not likely to cause injury

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front wing corroded, but not likely to cause injury.

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 112,212 miles

Front both front wings corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

several area's of corrosion chassis and floor sub frames

Pass 18 Jun 2021 110,751 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both front wings corroded

Fail 14 Jun 2021 110,744 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both front wings corroded

Pass 6 Jul 2020 110,263 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 109,634 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 107,886 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 105,352 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 103,247 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 99,861 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 96,765 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 96,765 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 92,898 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 87,596 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 84,742 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 78,023 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 71,916 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 67,679 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Propshaft component defective

Pass 11 Jun 2007 64,199 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 60,648 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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F883 PGV is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 260 in White with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 260 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 120,574 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 F883 PGV, 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 37 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 F883 PGV registered?

F883 PGV is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F883 PGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F883 PGV shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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