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K603 JWJ

1992 Mercedes-benz 260

Grey Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

107,911 mi
Last recorded107,911 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2011
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 260125,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK603 JWJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2011 107,911 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 107,898 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 7 Jun 2010 101,740 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

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

diff rear leaking

rear brake pads waring 3-4mm left

Pass 7 Jun 2010 101,740 miles

Oil leak

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

diff rear leaking

rear brake pads waring 3-4mm left

Pass 8 Jun 2009 96,921 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 92,697 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 87,293 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 87,293 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 81,464 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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K603 JWJ is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260 in Grey with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 K603 JWJ, 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.

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What year was K603 JWJ registered?

K603 JWJ is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K603 JWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K603 JWJ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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