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H115 CNS

1991 Mercedes-benz 260

White Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

156,239 mi
Last recorded156,239 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2012
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 260121,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH115 CNS
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2012 156,239 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 156,235 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 10 May 2011 145,453 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 145,453 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 May 2010 132,969 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2010 132,969 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 19 May 2009 119,261 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 119,261 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

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

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

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

Pass 23 May 2008 107,667 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 92,803 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 9 May 2006 80,909 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 114,932 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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H115 CNS is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260 in White with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 260 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 121,304 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 H115 CNS, 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 35 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 H115 CNS registered?

H115 CNS is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 2 June 1991.

Is H115 CNS safe to buy?

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