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J202 FGN

1992 Mercedes-benz 260

Silver Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

125,606 mi
Last recorded125,606 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2023
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 260125,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ202 FGN
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2023 125,606 miles

Offside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2021 124,624 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2021 124,624 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 123,743 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 122,716 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 121,871 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 120,963 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 119,756 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 118,954 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded rear leading to flexible hoses (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 6 Jan 2016 118,952 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded rear leading to flexible hoses (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 114,970 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 105,937 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2013 101,729 miles

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

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

Oil leak

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 11 Jan 2012 100,980 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 99,041 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 97,954 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 96,944 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 95,953 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 92,684 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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J202 FGN is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260 in Silver with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 J202 FGN, 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 J202 FGN registered?

J202 FGN is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 16 April 1992.

Is J202 FGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J202 FGN shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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