MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
224,047 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
n/s/f tyre wearing on edges
Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 260?
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H551 XWR is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260 in Black with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 260 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 121,304 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 H551 XWR, 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 35 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 H551 XWR registered?
H551 XWR is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 3 April 1991.
Is H551 XWR safe to buy?
The MOT history for H551 XWR shows 9 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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