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G417 VSE

1990 Mercedes-benz 260

Red Diesel 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

108,018 mi
Last recorded108,018 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2006
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 260116,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG417 VSE
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2006 108,018 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2006 10,797 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.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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G417 VSE is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260 in Red with a 2,599cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G417 VSE, 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 G417 VSE registered?

G417 VSE is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 9 February 1990.

Is G417 VSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for G417 VSE shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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