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J349 EUA

1971 Mercedes-benz 260

Blue Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

129,638 mi
Last recorded129,638 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ349 EUA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2007 129,638 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

corrosion to rear fuel pipes

Pass 3 Apr 2006 122,388 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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J349 EUA is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 260 in Blue with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J349 EUA, 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 55 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 J349 EUA registered?

J349 EUA is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is J349 EUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J349 EUA shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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