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K276 UWL

1992 Mercedes-benz 260

Red Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

136,654 mi
Last recorded136,654 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2012
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 260125,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK276 UWL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2012 136,654 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2010 129,596 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s/f fog lamp inop'

Pass 12 Jan 2010 129,596 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s/f fog lamp inop'

Pass 5 Jan 2009 124,536 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jan 2008 119,074 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2008 119,074 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Feb 2007 112,856 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 106,650 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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K276 UWL is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260 in Red with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 K276 UWL, 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 K276 UWL registered?

K276 UWL is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 12 October 1992.

Is K276 UWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K276 UWL shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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