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G950 NAG

1989 Mercedes-benz 260

Black Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

145,618 mi
Last recorded145,618 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2007
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 260120,574 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG950 NAG
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2007 145,618 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2006 139,109 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 139,109 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2005 132,593 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2005 132,593 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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G950 NAG is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 260 in Black with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 G950 NAG, 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 G950 NAG registered?

G950 NAG is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 10 November 1989.

Is G950 NAG safe to buy?

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