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J680 SJO

1992 Mercedes-benz 260

Silver Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2025
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

177,101 mi
Last recorded177,101 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 260125,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ680 SJO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Fail 7 Jan 2026 177,101 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Prop shaft flexible coupling so deteriorated it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 May 2025 177,093 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Hard pipe attached to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Corroded at lower portion of wing, near mounting for rear subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Corroded at mounting for rear subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Hard pipe attached to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Bulb out warning displayed on dash but all bulbs working

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor corroded at join to chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor corroded at join to chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Corroded at mounting for rear subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Back box exhaust mounting rubber has split and is missing (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 May 2024 176,519 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides will need replacing soon (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 174,943 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 173,227 miles

Front Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2021 171,973 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 170,779 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 168,195 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside front and both rear worn on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2018 167,246 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 166,559 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both sides rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 164,336 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 161,193 miles

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)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 158,809 miles

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)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 156,347 miles

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

rear exhaust rubber missing

rear exhaust rubber worn

Pass 12 Jan 2012 131,685 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2012 131,682 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Jan 2011 122,677 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 122,677 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 22 Jan 2010 118,128 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2010 118,128 miles

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

rocker cover gasket leaking oil

Pass 23 Jan 2009 112,789 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 106,673 miles

both rear disc,s corroded

slight play in nearside steering ideler

Fail 4 Feb 2008 106,673 miles

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

both rear disc,s corroded

slight play in nearside steering ideler

Pass 3 Jan 2007 102,401 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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J680 SJO is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260 in Silver with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 J680 SJO, 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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J680 SJO is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 16 July 1992.

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