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BAZ 5152

1992 Mercedes-benz 260

Red Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

100,784 mi
Last recorded100,784 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2010
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 260125,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAZ 5152
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2010 100,784 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 100,784 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

offside front some wear has been obsurved on steering joint.

Pass 22 Jun 2009 90,287 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2009 90,287 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 89,408 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 86,721 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 86,721 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 84,149 miles

bad oil leak on gear box

off side rear tyre perishing

rear number plate starting to discoulr

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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BAZ 5152 is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260 in Red with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 260 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 125,308 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 BAZ 5152, 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 34 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 BAZ 5152 registered?

BAZ 5152 is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 29 May 1992.

Is BAZ 5152 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAZ 5152 shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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