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H397 AGN

1990 Mercedes-benz 260

Blue Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

90,402 mi
Last recorded90,402 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2018
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 260116,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH397 AGN
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2018 90,402 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Apr 2016 90,097 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 90,097 miles

Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement brake compensator (3.5.1k)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 89,484 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 88,247 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 88,247 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 86,654 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 85,225 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2012 85,215 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 3 Feb 2011 84,295 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 84,192 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 84,131 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 84,076 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 82,890 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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H397 AGN is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260 in Blue with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 H397 AGN, 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

How do I check the history of H397 AGN?

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What year was H397 AGN registered?

H397 AGN is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is H397 AGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for H397 AGN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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