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G887 DCV

1990 Mercedes-benz 260

Green Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

134,890 mi
Last recorded134,890 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2006
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 260116,023 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG887 DCV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 12 Apr 2006 134,890 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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G887 DCV is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260 in Green with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 G887 DCV, 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.

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What year was G887 DCV registered?

G887 DCV is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 11 June 1990.

Is G887 DCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G887 DCV shows 1 test 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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