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G326 UCU

1990 Mercedes-benz 260

Red Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

87,947 mi
Last recorded87,947 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2023
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 260116,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG326 UCU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2023 87,947 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 87,947 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 87,947 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 87,947 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 87,947 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 87,937 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2017 87,636 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion Both rear wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded All (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake just met.It may need adjustment or repair

Service brake just met.It may need adjustment or repair

coil spring corroded All four (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 3 Dec 2017 87,636 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion Both rear wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded All (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake just met.It may need adjustment or repair

Service brake just met.It may need adjustment or repair

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords All four (4.1.D.1a)

coil spring corroded All four (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 87,460 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 86,923 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 86,923 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.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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G326 UCU is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260 in Red with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 G326 UCU, 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 G326 UCU registered?

G326 UCU is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 1 April 1990.

Is G326 UCU safe to buy?

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