1986 Mercedes-Benz 260 2.6L Petrol · D834 ALR
1986 Mercedes-Benz 260 (2.6L, petrol). First registered 31 Dec 1986. Recorded mileage 352,822 km. MOT valid until 30 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ 260
- Year / Origin
- 1986 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Odometer
- 352,822 km
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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D834 ALR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/06/2026
- 352,822 km recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
D834 ALR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1986 Mercedes-Benz 260 (D834 ALR) between April 2022 and June 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 12 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Bodywork (5 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
D834 ALR Odometer History
- 19/04/2022348,954 mi
- 22/04/2023351,338 mi+2,384 mi
- 17/05/2024342,214 km
- 16/05/2025352,570 km+10,356 km
- 01/06/2026352,822 km+252 km
Average of roughly 939 km per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded odometer reading decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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