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J933 UVX

1991 Mercedes-benz 260

Blue Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

123,619 mi
Last recorded123,619 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 260121,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ933 UVX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 123,619 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 122,921 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2024 118,119 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 113,793 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and rear both sides of car (1.1.11 (c))

Front Coil spring corroded and rear both sides of car (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2020 112,841 miles

right parking brake doesn't achieve lock up but otherwise meets statutory requirements

Pass 25 Apr 2019 111,050 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2018 108,550 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 108,550 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2017 105,933 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 105,933 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2016 102,565 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 19 May 2015 99,126 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 99,109 miles

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

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Hubcaps fitted wheel retainers not checked

Oil leaks on engine and rear diff unit

Rear service brake effort low

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 May 2014 96,390 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 92,362 miles

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

Fail 22 Apr 2013 92,362 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 8 May 2012 89,571 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2011 84,884 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 82,068 miles

Propshaft component defective

Pass 16 Jul 2009 78,972 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 76,302 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 69,946 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 66,818 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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J933 UVX is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260 in Blue with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 J933 UVX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J933 UVX?

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What year was J933 UVX registered?

J933 UVX is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J933 UVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J933 UVX shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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