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G608 MEP

1989 Mercedes-benz 260

White Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

135,487 mi
Last recorded135,487 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2006
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 260120,574 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG608 MEP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2006 135,487 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 21 Oct 2006 135,487 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2005 134,008 miles

ADVISE RIGHT REAR TYRE BE REPLACED (WORN ON INSIDE EDGE/OUTER WALL PERISHING)

REAR SUSPENTION STARTING TO CORRODE

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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G608 MEP is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 260 in White with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 G608 MEP, 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 G608 MEP registered?

G608 MEP is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 1 September 1989.

Is G608 MEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for G608 MEP shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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