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H14 VOW

1991 Mercedes-benz 260

White Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

81,949 mi
Last recorded81,949 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 260121,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH14 VOW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 81,949 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2025 81,719 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 81,599 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 81,481 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 81,330 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 81,216 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 81,153 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 80,952 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 80,834 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 80,698 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 80,528 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 80,189 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 79,821 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2014 79,817 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 8 Jan 2013 79,017 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 77,570 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2011 77,570 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 77,195 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 75,794 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2008 74,844 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 73,322 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 71,472 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 70,158 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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H14 VOW is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260 in White with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 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 H14 VOW, 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 H14 VOW registered?

H14 VOW is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 15 May 1991.

Is H14 VOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H14 VOW shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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