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H321 GMO

1990 Mercedes-benz 260

Grey Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

122,448 mi
Last recorded122,448 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2023
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 260116,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH321 GMO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 Oct 2023 122,448 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded ALL REARS (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Fuel pipe union leaking ON FILTER (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 122,408 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 121,264 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 118,115 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Feb 2018 109,668 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 17 Feb 2017 101,032 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 92,091 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 81,978 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 70,031 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 57,826 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 57,253 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 56,592 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 56,128 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 55,485 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2005 53,178 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2005 53,178 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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H321 GMO is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260 in Grey with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 H321 GMO, 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 H321 GMO registered?

H321 GMO is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is H321 GMO safe to buy?

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