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J210 WRX

1992 Mercedes-benz 260

Blue Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

155,887 mi
Last recorded155,887 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2007
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 260125,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ210 WRX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2007 155,887 miles

exhaust very rusty and weak

rear suspension bushes in poor condition

Fail 1 Feb 2006 153,881 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

all rear trailing arm bushes worn badly

Pass 1 Feb 2006 153,881 miles

all rear trailing arm bushes worn badly

Pass 14 Jan 2005 148,385 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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J210 WRX is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260 in Blue with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J210 WRX, 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 J210 WRX registered?

J210 WRX is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J210 WRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J210 WRX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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