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G3 ATU

1991 Mercedes-benz 260

White Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

163,373 mi
Last recorded163,373 miles
Recorded on30 May 2022
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 260121,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG3 ATU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2022 163,373 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Temp repair carried out & slight blow to center and rear sections of exhaust

Fail 25 May 2022 163,366 miles

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d-bush has excessive play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d-bush has excessive play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-bush has very slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-bush has very slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Temp repair carried out & slight blow to center and rear sections of exhaust

Pass 11 May 2021 162,466 miles
Fail 11 May 2021 162,466 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2020 161,968 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 159,782 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 156,804 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 152,910 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 148,985 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 145,451 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 142,211 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 68,487 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 65,114 miles

NOTE-CENTRE FRONT PROPSHAFT DOENUT RUBBER JOINT WORN--ALL TYRES CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT

Pass 14 Jun 2011 62,378 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 59,299 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 56,889 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 53,896 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 50,820 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 47,938 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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G3 ATU is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260 in White with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 G3 ATU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G3 ATU registered?

G3 ATU is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 27 August 1991.

Is G3 ATU safe to buy?

The MOT history for G3 ATU shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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