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J319 JFM

1991 Mercedes-benz 260

Silver Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

134,704 mi
Last recorded134,704 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2011
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 260121,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ319 JFM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 5 Jan 2011 134,704 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Jan 2011 134,704 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2010 128,425 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Dec 2008 119,932 miles

Battery insecure

Centre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 119,932 miles

Battery insecure

Pass 13 Dec 2007 111,857 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 106,085 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 101,824 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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J319 JFM is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260 in Silver with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J319 JFM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J319 JFM registered?

J319 JFM is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 21 August 1991.

Is J319 JFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J319 JFM shows 8 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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