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G267 CKB

1989 Mercedes-benz 260

Black Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

145,333 mi
Last recorded145,333 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2014
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 260120,574 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG267 CKB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2014 145,333 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2013 142,461 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

rear brake pads to be checked

rear diff. leaking

Pass 11 Aug 2012 140,008 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2012 140,008 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 137,461 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 137,388 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Fail 2 Aug 2010 132,957 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 132,957 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 131,215 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 128,598 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 125,758 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 123,743 miles

Nearside Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Aug 2005 120,097 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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G267 CKB is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 260 in Black with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 G267 CKB, 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.

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What year was G267 CKB registered?

G267 CKB is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G267 CKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G267 CKB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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