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G181 JKY

1989 Mercedes-benz 260

Grey Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

310,063 mi
Last recorded310,063 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2009
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 260120,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG181 JKY
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 6 Oct 2009 310,063 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Steering system lock to lock check exposes a slightly damaged brake hose (2.2.D.2b)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 30 Aug 2008 307,143 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 302,799 miles

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

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

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2006 294,537 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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G181 JKY is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 260 in Grey with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 260 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 120,574 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 G181 JKY, 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 37 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 G181 JKY registered?

G181 JKY is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 22 August 1989.

Is G181 JKY safe to buy?

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