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G536 VGG

1990 Mercedes-benz 260

Blue Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

112,576 mi
Last recorded112,576 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2005
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 260116,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG536 VGG
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 5 Oct 2005 112,576 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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G536 VGG is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260 in Blue with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 G536 VGG, 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 G536 VGG registered?

G536 VGG is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G536 VGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G536 VGG shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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