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MBZ 7540

1988 Mercedes-benz 260

Silver Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

136,131 mi
Last recorded136,131 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2007
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 260124,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBZ 7540
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2007 136,131 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 136,131 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 136,139 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

prop rubber worn

Fail 13 Jul 2006 136,131 miles

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

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1) DANGEROUS

engine noisy

front prop shaft coupling worn.

oil leak

surface corrosion to n/s/r & os/r brake pipes .dust cover missing n/s/f shock.

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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MBZ 7540 is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 260 in Silver with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz 260 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 124,092 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 MBZ 7540, 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 38 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 MBZ 7540?

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What year was MBZ 7540 registered?

MBZ 7540 is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 24 February 1988.

Is MBZ 7540 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBZ 7540 shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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