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K546 LGY

1993 Mercedes-benz 260

Blue Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

105,501 mi
Last recorded105,501 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2016
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 260110,137 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK546 LGY
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2016 105,501 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

O/S ball joint dry joint

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

Pass 10 Jul 2015 91,380 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 9 Jul 2015 91,380 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 2 Apr 2013 87,232 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 87,232 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 86,334 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2009 85,059 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 85,059 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 80,738 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 77,304 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 73,117 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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K546 LGY is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 260 in Blue with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz 260 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 110,137 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 K546 LGY, 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 33 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 K546 LGY registered?

K546 LGY is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 28 May 1993.

Is K546 LGY safe to buy?

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