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K687 DNM

1992 Mercedes-benz 260

Blue Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

112,628 mi
Last recorded112,628 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 260125,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK687 DNM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 112,628 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2025 112,598 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Aborted due to high CO reading . Max level .20 , actual reading .36 (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 109,261 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 108,053 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2021 108,040 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2019 100,780 miles
Fail 20 May 2019 100,780 miles

Offside Side repeater not working Intermittent Fault (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2014 100,337 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

both reare tyres perished

Fail 22 Dec 2014 100,335 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

both reare tyres perished

Pass 7 Jun 2013 100,326 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 100,325 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 99,134 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2005 97,148 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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K687 DNM is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260 in Blue with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 K687 DNM, 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 K687 DNM registered?

K687 DNM is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is K687 DNM safe to buy?

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