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H479 HDO

1990 Mercedes-benz 260

Red Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

187,069 mi
Last recorded187,069 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2008
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 260116,023 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH479 HDO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2008 187,069 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 178,371 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2007 178,365 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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H479 HDO is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260 in Red with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 H479 HDO, 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 H479 HDO registered?

H479 HDO is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is H479 HDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for H479 HDO shows 3 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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