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H621 BSU

1991 Mercedes-benz 260

Blue Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

106,303 mi
Last recorded106,303 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2009
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 260121,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH621 BSU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 22 Jul 2009 106,303 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

slight travel on handbrake

Pass 22 Jul 2009 106,303 miles

slight travel on handbrake

Pass 3 Jul 2008 101,534 miles

slight play noted in nearside steering idler bush

Pass 3 Jul 2007 98,674 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

both nearside and off sidefront flexihose ferrule †corroded (change recomended asap)

offside rear brake pipe heavly corroded (by flexi hose

Pass 9 Jun 2006 93,732 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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H621 BSU is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260 in Blue with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 H621 BSU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H621 BSU registered?

H621 BSU is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 14 May 1991.

Is H621 BSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for H621 BSU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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