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K634 PLH

1992 Mercedes-benz 260

Blue Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

160,348 mi
Last recorded160,348 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2012
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 260125,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK634 PLH
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2012 160,348 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 160,348 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2011 146,177 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 134,438 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 120,681 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 119,974 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2009 119,973 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 116,385 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 114,358 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2006 114,358 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Dec 2005 107,801 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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K634 PLH is a 1992 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 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 K634 PLH, 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

How do I check the history of K634 PLH?

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What year was K634 PLH registered?

K634 PLH is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K634 PLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for K634 PLH shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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