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C537 BSP

1986 Mercedes-benz 260

Green Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,988 mi
Last recorded72,988 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2006
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 260117,630 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC537 BSP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 12 Apr 2006 72,988 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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C537 BSP is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 260 in Green with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz 260 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 117,630 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 C537 BSP, 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 40 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 C537 BSP registered?

C537 BSP is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 15 April 1986.

Is C537 BSP safe to buy?

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