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J968 SDH

1991 Mercedes-benz 260

Red Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

156,328 mi
Last recorded156,328 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2013
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 260121,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ968 SDH
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2013 156,328 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Sep 2013 156,327 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2010 149,518 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Sep 2009 142,582 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2008 135,182 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2008 135,182 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2007 129,151 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 122,103 miles

Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)

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

handbrake exc-travel down

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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J968 SDH is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260 in Red with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J968 SDH, 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 J968 SDH registered?

J968 SDH is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 20 August 1991.

Is J968 SDH safe to buy?

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