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G495 LAX

1990 Mercedes-benz 260

Cream Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

175,444 mi
Last recorded175,444 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2009
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 260116,023 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG495 LAX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1990
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 7 Sep 2009 175,444 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2008 175,121 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 166,209 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 159,778 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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G495 LAX is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260 in Cream with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 G495 LAX, 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 G495 LAX registered?

G495 LAX is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G495 LAX safe to buy?

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