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NJU 454

1991 Mercedes-benz 260

Silver Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

113,032 mi
Last recorded113,032 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2020
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 260121,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJU 454
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 3 Aug 2020 113,032 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

general corrosion

Pass 27 Sep 2018 112,759 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective clamp missing (6.1.2 (a))

Front Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated to much park brake travel (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 21 Sep 2018 112,758 miles

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Front Exhaust mounting defective clamp missing (6.1.2 (a))

Front Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated to much park brake travel (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 108,800 miles

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

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

rear suspension slightly corroded

Pass 22 Jul 2016 104,738 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 100,913 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 100,912 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 96,131 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 90,361 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 89,334 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 88,383 miles

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

front exhaust mounting has been modified but supports front pipes

Pass 10 Aug 2009 85,544 miles

Headlamp wipers deteriorated and require replacement

Fail 10 Aug 2009 85,544 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Headlamp wipers deteriorated and require replacement

Fail 23 Jul 2008 83,570 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside rear tyre showing signs of perish and has a slight bulge on outer wall.

Pass 23 Jul 2008 83,570 miles

Offside rear tyre showing signs of perish and has a slight bulge on outer wall.

Pass 30 Jul 2007 81,670 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 79,623 miles

both front shockabsorbers have slight play

front brakes have slight run out

rear brakes have slight run out

slight damage to windscreen

Fail 7 Aug 2006 79,623 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

both front shockabsorbers have slight play

slight damage to windscreen

slight run out on front brakes

slight run out on rear brakes

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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NJU 454 is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260 in Silver with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 NJU 454, 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 NJU 454 registered?

NJU 454 is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 30 August 1991.

Is NJU 454 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJU 454 shows 18 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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