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K360 NKB

1992 Mercedes-benz 260

Red Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

233,267 mi
Last recorded233,267 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2011
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 260125,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK360 NKB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2011 233,267 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 233,267 miles

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 227,474 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 220,506 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 220,506 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Rear Axle Bushes Worn To Excess

Pass 13 Mar 2008 212,249 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2008 212,249 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Axle Mountings Rubber Bushes Worn.

Pass 5 Mar 2007 203,936 miles

Hole In L/H/Front Headlight Glass.

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Mar 2006 194,658 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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K360 NKB is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260 in Red with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 K360 NKB, 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 K360 NKB registered?

K360 NKB is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 17 September 1992.

Is K360 NKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for K360 NKB shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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