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K133 VBD

1992 Mercedes-benz 260

Red Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

164,436 mi
Last recorded164,436 miles
Recorded on16 May 2013
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 260125,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK133 VBD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2013 164,436 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 157,080 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 153,668 miles

front and rear flexy brake hoses perrished.

Pass 26 May 2010 149,634 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 May 2009 145,808 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 140,958 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 140,958 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 May 2007 135,949 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 129,949 miles
Fail 22 May 2006 129,949 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

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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K133 VBD is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260 in Red with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 260 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 125,308 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 K133 VBD, 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 34 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 K133 VBD registered?

K133 VBD is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K133 VBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for K133 VBD shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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