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AJM 279A

2010 Mercedes-benz 260

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests34 (33 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate97.1%

Mileage

51,017 mi
Last recorded51,017 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJM 279A
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

33 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 51,017 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2025 99,979 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 48,875 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 99,979 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 46,643 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 99,979 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 99,979 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 45,159 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 99,979 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 44,028 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 42,895 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 99,979 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 41,690 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 99,979 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 38,979 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 99,979 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 33,987 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 99,979 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 28,852 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 99,979 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 23,248 miles

Under-trays in place ?

Pass 21 Oct 2015 99,979 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2014 18,592 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 18,592 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 99,979 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 14,236 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 99,979 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 99,979 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 99,979 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 99,979 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 99,979 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 99,979 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 99,979 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 97,689 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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AJM 279A is a 2010 Mercedes-benz 260 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 34 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 97.1%.

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 AJM 279A, 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 16 years old, this Mercedes-benz 260 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AJM 279A registered?

AJM 279A is a 2010 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 30 October 2010.

Is AJM 279A safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJM 279A shows 34 tests with a 97.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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