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G58 UDM

1989 Mercedes-benz 260

Green Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

162,822 mi
Last recorded162,822 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2010
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 260120,574 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG58 UDM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2010 162,822 miles

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 160,401 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 159,318 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 155,984 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 152,164 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2005 148,256 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 18 Oct 2005 148,256 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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G58 UDM is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 260 in Green with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 260 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 120,574 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 G58 UDM, 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 37 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 G58 UDM registered?

G58 UDM is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G58 UDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G58 UDM shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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