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J807 TUK

1991 Mercedes-benz 260

Red Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

145,623 mi
Last recorded145,623 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2007
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 260121,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ807 TUK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2007 145,623 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2007 145,623 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 143,453 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2006 143,453 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2005 137,580 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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J807 TUK is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260 in Red with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 J807 TUK, 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.

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What year was J807 TUK registered?

J807 TUK is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J807 TUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J807 TUK shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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