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V260 GTM

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

218,342 mi
Last recorded218,342 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2015
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV260 GTM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2015 218,342 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 201,161 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 193,278 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 183,733 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 183,733 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Nov 2011 173,528 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear tyres and o/s/f tyre perrishing

Pass 16 Nov 2010 163,006 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 154,783 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 146,234 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 139,086 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 132,064 miles

exhaust tail box baffells rattle

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 9 Nov 2005 124,530 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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V260 GTM is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 103,759 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V260 GTM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of V260 GTM?

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What year was V260 GTM registered?

V260 GTM is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 November 1999.

Is V260 GTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V260 GTM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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