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H152 KEW

1991 Mercedes-benz 260

Grey Petrol 2600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

219,475 mi
Last recorded219,475 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2007
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 260121,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH152 KEW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2007 219,475 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2007 219,448 miles

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

rough idle due to plug caps shorting

Pass 3 Aug 2006 218,393 miles

slight leak from exhaust manifold

slight leak from rear exhaust section

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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H152 KEW is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260 in Grey with a 2,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 H152 KEW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H152 KEW?

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What year was H152 KEW registered?

H152 KEW is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H152 KEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H152 KEW shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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