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G927 UEC

1990 Mercedes-benz 260

Gold Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2013
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

123,423 mi
Last recorded123,423 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2012
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 260116,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG927 UEC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1990
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2012 123,423 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

battery insecure

Pass 16 Jul 2011 123,423 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 123,423 miles

Fuel Pipes Corroded

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 123,423 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

front to rear fuel pipe corroded

rear exhaust rubber perished and splitting

Fail 24 Jul 2009 123,423 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

front to rear fuel pipe corroded

rear exhaust rubber perished and splitting

Pass 18 Jul 2008 122,823 miles

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

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

corrosion to front cross member

o/s h/lamp glass cracked and reflect in poor condition

Fail 17 Jul 2008 122,823 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

corrosion to front cross member

o/s h/lamp glass cracked and reflect in poor condition

Pass 27 Sep 2007 120,833 miles

Fuel pies corroded

Offside headlamp lens damaged but not affecting beam image

Rear exhaust mounting perished

Unable to fully inspect outer sills ( covers fitted)

Battery insecure

Fail 24 Sep 2007 120,833 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside headlamp lens damaged but not affecting beam image

Rear exhaust mounting perished

Unable to fully inspect outer sills ( covers fitted)

Battery insecure

Pass 20 Sep 2006 118,952 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

front reg plate slightly deteriorated

Fail 20 Sep 2006 118,952 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

front reg plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 22 Sep 2005 117,852 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2005 117,852 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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G927 UEC is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260 in Gold with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 G927 UEC, 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 G927 UEC registered?

G927 UEC is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 31 December 1990.

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