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SIL 4154

1990 Mercedes-benz 260

Red Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

158,715 mi
Last recorded158,715 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 260116,023 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSIL 4154
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 158,715 miles

dampness inside o/s headlight

engine misfire on idle/low revs

n/s/f wing mirror glass deteriorating/discolouring

o/s windscreen washer jet blocked but nozzle provides sufficient fluid to clear screen

oil leaks

slight blows on front exhaust joint after downpipe

slight wear/play in n/s steering linkage idler

vehicle underside components brake lines coating in grease/underseal cant all be clearly seen in areas

Fail 27 Oct 2025 158,714 miles

Road wheel tyre retaining ring not correctly fitted o/s/f roadwheel contacting shock absorber (5.2.2 (b) (i))

dampness inside o/s headlight

engine misfire on idle/low revs

n/s/f wing mirror glass deteriorating/discolouring

o/s windscreen washer jet blocked but nozzle provides sufficient fluid to clear screen

oil leaks

slight blows on front exhaust joint after downpipe

slight wear/play in n/s steering linkage idler

vehicle underside components brake lines coating in grease/underseal cant all be clearly seen in areas

Pass 22 Oct 2024 154,483 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Sep 2023 152,198 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 149,525 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 147,023 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2020 145,340 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 143,313 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 140,901 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 140,063 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 138,255 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2016 138,250 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded near side/offside front floors (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2015 138,245 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 138,133 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 133,122 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 126,798 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 124,132 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 124,132 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 120,001 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 116,605 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 110,789 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 96,406 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 90,136 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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SIL 4154 is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260 in Red with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 260 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 116,023 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 SIL 4154, 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 36 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 SIL 4154 registered?

SIL 4154 is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 22 August 1990.

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