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G834 WWS

1990 Mercedes-benz 260

Silver Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

74,042 mi
Last recorded74,042 miles
Recorded on2 May 2020
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 260116,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG834 WWS
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2020 74,042 miles

some underside components showing corrosion

Pass 30 May 2019 73,897 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 73,898 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust rear section deteriorated

Fail 8 Jan 2018 73,898 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front section (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust rear section deteriorated

Pass 25 Jun 2013 57,457 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 56,587 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 55,687 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 54,489 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 53,282 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 52,573 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 50,754 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 48,754 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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G834 WWS is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260 in Silver with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 G834 WWS, 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 G834 WWS registered?

G834 WWS is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 31 May 1990.

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