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H726 BYE

1990 Mercedes-benz 260

Blue Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

90,135 mi
Last recorded90,135 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2025
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 260116,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH726 BYE
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2025 90,135 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

vehicle corroded under in general

Pass 20 Jan 2024 90,125 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

vehicle corroded under the vehicle in general

Pass 26 Jan 2023 90,094 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all under the vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2021 90,091 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 90,040 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 90,032 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 89,952 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 89,876 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 89,793 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 89,505 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 21 Jan 2016 89,505 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 89,078 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Steering damper damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 20 Jan 2014 88,786 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 87,880 miles

o/s/f aim pattern is fading

Fail 19 Jan 2013 87,880 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

o/s/f aim pattern is fading

Pass 18 Jan 2012 86,981 miles

Front Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Dec 2010 85,358 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Dec 2009 83,402 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jun 2008 82,736 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Jun 2008 82,736 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2007 82,431 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 82,428 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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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H726 BYE is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260 in Blue with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 H726 BYE, 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

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What year was H726 BYE registered?

H726 BYE is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is H726 BYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for H726 BYE shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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