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H845 SSA

1990 Mercedes-benz 260

Red Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

137,432 mi
Last recorded137,432 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2015
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 260116,023 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH845 SSA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2015 137,432 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 133,110 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 130,465 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 122,959 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

both rear suspension arm rubber bushes deteriorated

Pass 10 Nov 2011 110,467 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2011 110,467 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Nov 2010 101,812 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Fail 11 Nov 2010 101,812 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Oct 2009 97,975 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2008 91,767 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 86,490 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 82,694 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2005 79,449 miles

Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

bushes perishing/rear diff,engine+gearbox oil leak/tyres wearing on edges+perishing/corrossion to power steering+auto pipes/chip to nearside headlight

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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H845 SSA is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260 in Red with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 H845 SSA, 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 H845 SSA registered?

H845 SSA is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is H845 SSA safe to buy?

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