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H374 XYK

1990 Mercedes-benz 260

Black Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

169,714 mi
Last recorded169,714 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2010
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 260116,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH374 XYK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 8 Jun 2010 169,714 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

brake pads suspect low/warning lamp on

nearside doormirror damaged no rear view

nearside reverse lamp inoperative

Pass 29 Jun 2009 165,080 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 158,201 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Fail 10 Jan 2007 155,642 miles

Nearside Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside rear chassis rusted around subframe mount †rear metal brake pipe rusting

Pass 10 Jan 2007 155,642 miles

offside rear chassis rusted around subframe mount †rear metal brake pipe rusting

Fail 2 Nov 2005 146,633 miles

N/S headlamp lense is cracked, N/S & O/S headlamps have water ingress

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

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 2 Nov 2005 146,633 miles

N/S headlamp lense is cracked, N/S & O/S headlamps have water ingress

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)

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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H374 XYK is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260 in Black with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 H374 XYK, 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 H374 XYK registered?

H374 XYK is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 10 August 1990.

Is H374 XYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for H374 XYK shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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