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G832 FNO

1989 Mercedes-benz 260

Blue Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

225,488 mi
Last recorded225,488 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2014
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 260120,574 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG832 FNO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2014 225,488 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 218,598 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 211,438 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 230,084 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2011 203,084 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2010 193,611 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 185,832 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2008 176,896 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 167,663 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 158,531 miles

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

front reg plate damage.n/s & o/s sil corrosion adjacent to jacking points.

Fail 21 Oct 2006 158,531 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

front reg plate damage.n/s & o/s sil corrosion adjacent to jacking points.

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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G832 FNO is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 260 in Blue with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 G832 FNO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G832 FNO registered?

G832 FNO is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G832 FNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for G832 FNO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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