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C55 KGP

1986 Mercedes-benz 260

Silver Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

153,282 mi
Last recorded153,282 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2006
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 260117,630 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC55 KGP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 Mar 2006 153,282 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

brake fluid resevoir need topping up

offside head lamp glass broken and water condensation

power steering slightly leaking at steering box

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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C55 KGP is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 260 in Silver with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 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 C55 KGP, 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 C55 KGP registered?

C55 KGP is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 20 February 1986.

Is C55 KGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C55 KGP shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C55 KGP have outstanding finance?

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