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G129 VYN

1990 Mercedes-benz 260

Red Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

137,011 mi
Last recorded137,011 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2011
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 260116,023 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG129 VYN
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2011 137,011 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 131,821 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 127,988 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2009 127,988 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jan 2008 121,247 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2008 121,247 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 14 Jan 2007 116,881 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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G129 VYN is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260 in Red with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 260 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 116,023 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 G129 VYN, 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 36 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 G129 VYN registered?

G129 VYN is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G129 VYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for G129 VYN shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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