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J441 AYG

1992 Mercedes-benz 260

White Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

269,519 mi
Last recorded269,519 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2009
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 260125,308 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ441 AYG
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2009 269,519 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 264,701 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 264,643 miles

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Fail 27 May 2008 264,478 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

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

Pass 21 May 2007 258,757 miles

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

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

front number plate delaminating

Pass 23 May 2006 252,473 miles
Fail 23 May 2006 252,473 miles

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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J441 AYG is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260 in White with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 J441 AYG, 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 J441 AYG registered?

J441 AYG is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 15 June 1992.

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The MOT history for J441 AYG shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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