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K189 VBD

1992 Mercedes-benz 260

White Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

116,762 mi
Last recorded116,762 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2024
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 260125,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK189 VBD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 8 Apr 2024 116,762 miles

Boot lid insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 116,646 miles

Nearside rear tyre slightly perished [ 18 years old]

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 1 Dec 2020 116,633 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 116,377 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2019 116,338 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions not tested Due to exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2014 118,266 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2013 117,439 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 117,439 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 116,146 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 115,403 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2010 115,403 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 26 Jan 2009 113,222 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2008 109,297 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2007 105,006 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 100,517 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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K189 VBD is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260 in White with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K189 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.

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What year was K189 VBD registered?

K189 VBD is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 4 September 1992.

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