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H179 YWV

1990 Mercedes-benz 260

Black Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

70,229 mi
Last recorded70,229 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2018
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 260116,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH179 YWV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2018 70,229 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 64,374 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 64,374 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 31 May 2016 59,328 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 51,998 miles

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 27 Mar 2014 51,990 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 49,825 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 47,034 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 42,085 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 42,080 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2009 39,351 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 38,273 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 38,273 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2007 37,553 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 36,426 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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H179 YWV is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260 in Black with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 260 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 116,023 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 H179 YWV, 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 36 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 H179 YWV registered?

H179 YWV is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 26 September 1990.

Is H179 YWV safe to buy?

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