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G12 GAR

1991 Mercedes-benz 260

Black Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

113,016 mi
Last recorded113,016 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2012
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 260121,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG12 GAR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 26 Mar 2012 113,016 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s steering link arm has slight play

o/s steering link arm has slight play

Pass 26 Mar 2012 113,016 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s steering link arm has slight play

o/s steering link arm has slight play

Pass 31 Mar 2011 111,680 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 111,680 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 Mar 2010 109,123 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 107,296 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 104,387 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 102,538 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 101,446 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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G12 GAR is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260 in Black with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 G12 GAR, 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.

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What year was G12 GAR registered?

G12 GAR is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 23 September 1991.

Is G12 GAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for G12 GAR shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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