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G748 LNV

1990 Mercedes-benz 260

Silver Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,079 mi
Last recorded27,079 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 260116,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG748 LNV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2025 27,079 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 27,056 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 26,818 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 26,703 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 26,671 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 26,549 miles

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 26,533 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 26,500 miles

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 26,471 miles

Hazard warning switch intermittantly not working correctly.

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 26,424 miles

All road springs corroded

Pass 21 Jan 2011 26,250 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2010 25,907 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2009 25,358 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 24,961 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 24,189 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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G748 LNV is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260 in Silver with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 260 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 116,023 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 G748 LNV, 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 36 years old, this Mercedes-benz 260 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G748 LNV?

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What year was G748 LNV registered?

G748 LNV is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 7 March 1990.

Is G748 LNV safe to buy?

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