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H297 ECW

1990 Mercedes-benz 260

Blue Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

126,260 mi
Last recorded126,260 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2008
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 260116,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH297 ECW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2008 126,260 miles

Oil leak

slight leak on gearbox

slight leak on rear axle

Pass 10 Apr 2007 126,240 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006
Fail 16 Mar 2006

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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H297 ECW is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260 in Blue with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 260 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 116,023 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 H297 ECW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H297 ECW registered?

H297 ECW is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 1 October 1990.

Is H297 ECW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H297 ECW shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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