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XFX 700

1992 Mercedes-benz 260

Blue Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

152,348 mi
Last recorded152,348 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 260125,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFX 700
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 10 Mar 2026 152,348 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 150,088 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 147,379 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 145,400 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 141,201 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 138,436 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 136,540 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 130,104 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 124,539 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 119,406 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 110,957 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 105,216 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 104,104 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 102,226 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 100,470 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 98,342 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 94,196 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 90,525 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 86,501 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 82,166 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 76,984 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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XFX 700 is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260 in Blue with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 XFX 700, 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 XFX 700?

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What year was XFX 700 registered?

XFX 700 is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 6 May 1992.

Is XFX 700 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XFX 700 shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XFX 700 have outstanding finance?

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