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MUI 2479

1989 Mercedes-benz 260

White Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

272,125 mi
Last recorded272,125 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2009
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 260120,574 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMUI 2479
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2009 272,125 miles

rear seat were removed.

Pass 15 Jul 2008 270,598 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008 270,598 miles

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

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2007 269,301 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 268,659 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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MUI 2479 is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 260 in White with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 260 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 120,574 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 MUI 2479, 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 37 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 MUI 2479 registered?

MUI 2479 is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is MUI 2479 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MUI 2479 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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