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K757 JGX

1992 Mercedes-benz 260

Blue Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

131,428 mi
Last recorded131,428 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2014
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 260125,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK757 JGX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2014 131,428 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 129,565 miles

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

bulb warning light on dash

n/s/r tyre wearing outer edge

Pass 28 Nov 2012 128,045 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

battery weak

Pass 26 Nov 2011 126,812 miles

BOTH REAR SHOCK ABSORBER PROTECTION COVERS DETACHED

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 25 Nov 2011 126,809 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

BOTH REAR SHOCK ABSORBER PROTECTION COVERS DETACHED

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 29 Nov 2010 124,773 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 122,359 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 121,796 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 118,982 miles

nail in nsr tyre

ns wing repeater lamp insecure

Pass 2 Aug 2006 111,924 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2006 111,924 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2005 105,392 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre nailed

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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K757 JGX is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260 in Blue with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 K757 JGX, 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 K757 JGX registered?

K757 JGX is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 3 August 1992.

Is K757 JGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for K757 JGX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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