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J34 GGF

1992 Mercedes-benz 260

Silver Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

155,482 mi
Last recorded155,482 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2010
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 260125,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ34 GGF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2010 155,482 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear number plate is starting to delaminate

slight judder from offside front brake reading

Fail 16 Jun 2010 155,478 miles

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

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear number plate is starting to delaminate

slight judder from offside front brake reading

Fail 20 May 2010 155,477 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

rear number plate is starting to delaminate

Pass 7 May 2009 153,213 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 146,731 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 140,283 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 134,933 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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J34 GGF is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260 in Silver with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J34 GGF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J34 GGF registered?

J34 GGF is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J34 GGF safe to buy?

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