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J18 SNG

1992 Mercedes-benz 260

Red Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

121,116 mi
Last recorded121,116 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 260125,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ18 SNG
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 121,116 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 118,970 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Nov 2021 118,970 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2021 118,938 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Oct 2021 118,925 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 114,091 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 109,991 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 105,416 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 99,598 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 91,467 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 86,775 miles

Offside Front brake pipe slightly

Offside Front brake pipe slightly corroded brake

unable to check body sills due to plastic covers

Pass 15 Sep 2014 81,952 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 81,950 miles

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 80,181 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 78,331 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 76,424 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 73,888 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 72,530 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2008 70,572 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 67,565 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 65,748 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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J18 SNG is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260 in Red with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 260 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 125,308 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 J18 SNG, 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 34 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 J18 SNG registered?

J18 SNG is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 2 April 1992.

Is J18 SNG safe to buy?

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