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H942 WYJ

1990 Mercedes-benz 260

Grey Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

167,709 mi
Last recorded167,709 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2016
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 260116,023 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH942 WYJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2016 167,709 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 164,920 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 158,131 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2013 153,109 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 144,292 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 127,976 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2010 120,068 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 115,257 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2008 110,997 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 110,997 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 106,101 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 98,953 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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H942 WYJ is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260 in Grey with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 H942 WYJ, 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.

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What year was H942 WYJ registered?

H942 WYJ is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 1 August 1990.

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The MOT history for H942 WYJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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