MERCEDES 2601989 · 2.6L PETROL

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is currently indeterminate due to a complete lack of testing data for the past twenty years. The last recorded entry dates to May 2006, where the vehicle passed its inspection following a significant failure. Because no MOT has been performed since 2006, there is no evidence to confirm the current mechanical condition or structural integrity of the car. The maintenance trend cannot be established, as the data set is effectively frozen nearly two decades ago. The vehicle recorded 132,389 miles in May 2006, which represents a low usage pattern of approximately 3,500 miles per year over its thirty-seven year life. However, the vast gap between the 2006 test and the current date suggests the car has either sat stationary for long periods or operated without any official oversight. Low mileage on a vehicle of this age often leads to degradation of rubber components, seized brake calipers, perished seals, and internal corrosion within fuel lines and tanks, regardless of the low odometer reading. A physical inspection must prioritise the areas that previously failed in the 2006 test, as these issues likely recur. The tester previously flagged excessive corrosion across all four brake pipes and a split propshaft rear coupling, which require immediate scrutiny for structural thinning or leaks. The buyer should also check for the oil leak noted in that period and evaluate the condition of the suspension bushes and tyres. Given the age and the lack of recent records, a thorough check of the chassis for structural rot is essential before any purchase is considered.