MOT Status
ValidMileage
108,317 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
all brake discs have slight corrosion present
front shock absorber dust covers deteriorated
oil leak from engine and diff present
rear coil spring coroded
Exhaust System Corroded/Slight Blow
Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Coolant leak
Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Oil leak
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
drive belt aged/cracked
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 260?
Based on 18,212 MOT tests across 2,579 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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472 MY is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260 in Blue with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.
Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 260 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 121,304 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 472 MY, 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 35 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 472 MY?
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What year was 472 MY registered?
472 MY is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 2 December 1991.
Is 472 MY safe to buy?
The MOT history for 472 MY shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does 472 MY have outstanding finance?
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