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H204 AKH

1991 Mercedes-benz 260

Blue Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

121,864 mi
Last recorded121,864 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2014
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 260121,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH204 AKH
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2014 121,864 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 121,437 miles

Nearside Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Pass 26 May 2011 121,437 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 119,483 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 119,483 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2008 117,008 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 117,008 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 120,081 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 115,003 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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H204 AKH is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260 in Blue with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 H204 AKH, 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 H204 AKH?

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What year was H204 AKH registered?

H204 AKH is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 6 March 1991.

Is H204 AKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for H204 AKH shows 9 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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