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G696 EEL

1990 Mercedes-benz 260

Brown Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2023
Tests28 (17 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate60.7%

Mileage

98,748 mi
Last recorded98,748 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2023
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 260116,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG696 EEL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1990
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 11 fail
Fail 29 Nov 2023 98,748 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested due to burst brake pipe (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame insecurely attached body excessively corroded by sub frame mount (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Floor excessively deteriorated 30cm from jacking point (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner arch corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak radiator leaking onto distributor and ht leads ()

Pass 23 Nov 2022 98,748 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2022 98,748 miles

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

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Mid floor pan has corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2021 98,748 miles

Nearside Front steering idler bush is worn

Fail 9 Dec 2021 98,748 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front steering idler bush is worn

Pass 26 Nov 2020 98,748 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 98,769 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe has corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe has corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 13 Nov 2019 98,748 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre pipe has blow. (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Anti-roll bar is detached from vehicle. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect headlamp has no image due to deteriorated reflector (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar linkage fractured anti-roll bar link snapped (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability Link snapped (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe has corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe has corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Nov 2018 98,748 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2018 98,748 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Nov 2017 98,749 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2017 98,748 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2016 98,748 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 98,748 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported hanger broken off (7.1.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 98,878 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 98,874 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 May 2014 98,748 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 98,748 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 98,748 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 98,748 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 98,748 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 19 Apr 2010 98,748 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 98,758 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 98,748 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 1 May 2008 98,748 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting cracked (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 May 2008 98,748 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 98,748 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 98,748 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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G696 EEL is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260 in Brown with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.7%.

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 G696 EEL, 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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G696 EEL is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 1 March 1990.

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