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G365 WEW

1990 Mercedes-benz 260

Blue Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,079 mi
Last recorded26,079 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2012
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 260116,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG365 WEW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2012 26,079 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 24,520 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 15 Jan 2010 23,363 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2010 23,363 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2009 20,865 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 19,229 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 22 Dec 2006 17,094 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2006 17,094 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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G365 WEW is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260 in Blue with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 260 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 116,023 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 G365 WEW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G365 WEW registered?

G365 WEW is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 2 January 1990.

Is G365 WEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G365 WEW shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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