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H8 TSE

1991 Mercedes-benz 260

Black Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

57,510 mi
Last recorded57,510 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2022
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 260121,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH8 TSE
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2022 57,510 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 57,158 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 55,941 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 55,169 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 54,252 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 51,481 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 49,157 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2011 49,157 miles

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

Nearside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 44,169 miles

osf brake pipe slight corrsion

Pass 24 Jul 2009 41,335 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 39,007 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 36,311 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 33,209 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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H8 TSE is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260 in Black with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 H8 TSE, 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 H8 TSE registered?

H8 TSE is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 2 May 1991.

Is H8 TSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for H8 TSE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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