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GIL 8666

1991 Mercedes-benz 260

White Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2011
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,239 mi
Last recorded115,239 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2010
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 260121,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIL 8666
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 10 Aug 2010 115,239 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 114,990 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 114,673 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 114,118 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 113,378 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2005 113,054 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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GIL 8666 is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260 in White with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 260 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 121,304 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 GIL 8666, 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 35 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 GIL 8666 registered?

GIL 8666 is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is GIL 8666 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GIL 8666 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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