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J9 GML

1991 Mercedes-benz 260

Blue Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

105,412 mi
Last recorded105,412 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2013
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 260121,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ9 GML
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2013 105,412 miles

O/S rear seatbelt slow to retract

Pass 30 Oct 2012 101,214 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2012 101,214 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

front propshaft coupling breaking up

rear tyre sidewalls cracking

Pass 5 Sep 2011 97,723 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 93,961 miles

Engine under shield fitted.

Fuel cap seal starting to crack.

Lite stone chips to front screen.

Nearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

Sill covers fitted.

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 93,961 miles

Engine under shield fitted.

Fuel cap seal starting to crack.

Lite stone chips to front screen.

Nearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Sill covers fitted.

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 91,800 miles

Oil leak

nearside rear tyre slightly under inflated

Pass 4 Jan 2008 89,949 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 85,764 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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J9 GML is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260 in Blue with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 J9 GML, 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 J9 GML registered?

J9 GML is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 26 November 1991.

Is J9 GML safe to buy?

The MOT history for J9 GML shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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