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H174 APW

1991 Mercedes-benz 260

Black Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

171,226 mi
Last recorded171,226 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2017
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 260121,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH174 APW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2017 171,226 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 8 Aug 2017 171,226 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 166,517 miles

Offside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 155,558 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 145,659 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f wheel slightly tight to turn.

o/s/r tyre uneven wear.

Pass 10 Aug 2013 133,167 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 117,239 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jul 2011 114,261 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 112,133 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 109,325 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 104,402 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 May 2007 100,589 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2006 97,500 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 97,487 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

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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H174 APW is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260 in Black with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 H174 APW, 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 H174 APW registered?

H174 APW is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 22 February 1991.

Is H174 APW safe to buy?

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