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J965 UOH

1992 Mercedes-benz 260

Black Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

159,277 mi
Last recorded159,277 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2026
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 260125,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ965 UOH
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2026 159,277 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front wing corroded/holed

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

fuel lines corroded

slight misting steering damper

Fail 10 Sep 2026 159,277 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working switch (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front wing corroded/holed

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

fuel lines corroded

slight misting steering damper

Pass 30 May 2025 153,594 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 143,092 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 24 May 2024 143,079 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 25 May 2023 133,262 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 125,360 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

N/S/R WHEEL ARCH CORRODED

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 119,803 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 114,133 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded FRONT TO REAR

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 30 Jul 2019 114,106 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded FRONT TO REAR

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2018 107,648 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear brake binding slightly

Pass 21 Jun 2017 104,437 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 100,282 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 91,586 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 85,085 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

both front brake hoses slightly deteriorated

both rear brake hoses slightly deteriorated

both rear coil springs corroded

centre exhaust rubber mount broken, exhaust still adequetly supported

o/s/f brake grabbing slightly

Pass 6 Apr 2013 80,670 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 74,604 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 66,498 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 66,498 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 56,200 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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J965 UOH is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260 in Black with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 J965 UOH, 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 J965 UOH registered?

J965 UOH is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 28 February 1992.

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