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J214 UWN

1991 Mercedes-benz 260

Blue Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

104,815 mi
Last recorded104,815 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2020
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 260121,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ214 UWN
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2020 104,815 miles

Coil spring corroded All four coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2020 104,815 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor excessively corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor excessively corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor excessively corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded All four coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 104,688 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 104,460 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 104,274 miles

Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint lift in both lower (2.4.G.2)

advise o/s/r tyre perishing not showing cord

oil leak

Pass 28 Apr 2016 103,858 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 103,339 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 102,656 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 102,097 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 100,810 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 100,804 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 99,630 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 97,763 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2010 97,763 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 14 Feb 2009 96,667 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 90,303 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 78,829 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

advise corrosion on front cradle around lower wishbone mountings checked by c/a tool

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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J214 UWN is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260 in Blue with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 J214 UWN, 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 J214 UWN registered?

J214 UWN is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 12 August 1991.

Is J214 UWN safe to buy?

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