MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
102,888 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
Nearside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
O/S/F DOOR CHECK STRAP INSECURE/MOISEY
Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Nearside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
O/S/F Door check strap noisy
Oil leak
Nearside Rear Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Offside Rear Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS
Battery insecure
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
O/S/F door check strap loose N/S bonnet hinge loose Brake fluid dark in reservoir Diff leak
Oil leak
Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 260?
Based on 18,212 MOT tests across 2,579 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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NIW 6362 is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 260 in Black with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 260 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 120,574 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 NIW 6362, 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 37 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 NIW 6362 registered?
NIW 6362 is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 1 March 1989.
Is NIW 6362 safe to buy?
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