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G637 GBD

1989 Mercedes-benz 260

Green Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

154,587 mi
Last recorded154,587 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2011
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 260120,574 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG637 GBD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 5 Jul 2011 154,587 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 147,291 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 29 May 2009 146,682 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 27 May 2008 145,577 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 May 2007 146,550 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 145,639 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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G637 GBD is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 260 in Green with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 G637 GBD, 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 G637 GBD registered?

G637 GBD is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 16 August 1989.

Is G637 GBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G637 GBD shows 6 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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