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G275 PKM

1989 Mercedes-benz 260

Green Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

150,644 mi
Last recorded150,644 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2015
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 260120,574 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG275 PKM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2015 150,644 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Ball joint has slight play Steering arm (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2014 150,596 miles

nearside steering arm has slight play

Pass 27 Nov 2012 147,391 miles

steering idler arm has slight play

Pass 21 Nov 2011 143,794 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2010 138,133 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 135,061 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 132,995 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 127,217 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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G275 PKM is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 260 in Green with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 G275 PKM, 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 G275 PKM registered?

G275 PKM is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 22 September 1989.

Is G275 PKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G275 PKM shows 8 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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