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H98 JUD

1991 Mercedes-benz 260

Blue Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,347 mi
Last recorded87,347 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2026
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 260121,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH98 JUD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 6 Oct 2026 87,347 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 86,631 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 15 Feb 2011 82,880 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2010 77,501 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 72,926 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 71,239 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 69,026 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 66,865 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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H98 JUD is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260 in Blue with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 H98 JUD, 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 H98 JUD registered?

H98 JUD is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 20 March 1991.

Is H98 JUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for H98 JUD shows 8 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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