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H897 FNF

1991 Mercedes-benz 260

Black Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2014
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

143,615 mi
Last recorded143,615 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2013
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 260121,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH897 FNF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 29 Nov 2013 143,615 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 140,141 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 132,779 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 124,224 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 114,321 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 100,706 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 89,517 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 82,803 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 81,235 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

cut on tread of nearside rear tyre

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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H897 FNF 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 100%.

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 H897 FNF, 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 H897 FNF registered?

H897 FNF is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 21 January 1991.

Is H897 FNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for H897 FNF shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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