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J765 TAV

1992 Mercedes-benz 260

Blue Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

177,415 mi
Last recorded177,415 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2010
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 260125,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ765 TAV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 6 Oct 2010 177,415 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 167,782 miles

Both rear tyres wearing unevenly across treads

Oil leak

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

Rear no. plate deteriorating

Sill guards fitted

n/s front tyre wear to inner edge

o/s front tyre wear to outer edge

slight axle oil leak

Pass 13 Oct 2008 154,600 miles

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

Rear number plate delaminating

Suspension lowered

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

plastic outer sill guards fitted not allowing full inspection of door sills

Pass 15 Oct 2007 137,336 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 126,226 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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J765 TAV is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260 in Blue with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J765 TAV, 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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What year was J765 TAV registered?

J765 TAV is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 26 February 1992.

Is J765 TAV safe to buy?

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