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K20 BTS

1992 Mercedes-benz 260

Brown Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

101,878 mi
Last recorded101,878 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2022
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 260125,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK20 BTS
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1992
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2022 101,878 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 100,641 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 98,706 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 97,829 miles

slightly oily underneath

Pass 5 Nov 2018 96,725 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 95,458 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 93,881 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 92,213 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 90,085 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 88,882 miles

nearside+offside rear tyres are wearing on the inner edges.

Pass 5 Nov 2011 87,032 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 85,505 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 84,199 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 81,333 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2007 79,829 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 79,829 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 78,677 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 76,904 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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K20 BTS is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260 in Brown with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 K20 BTS, 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 K20 BTS registered?

K20 BTS is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 19 August 1992.

Is K20 BTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for K20 BTS shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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