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3 ABK

1978 Mercedes-benz 600

Black Petrol 6000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

25,575 mi
Last recorded25,575 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2020
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Vehicle Details

Registration3 ABK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model600
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2020 25,575 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 24,481 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 23,919 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 23,620 miles

slight play in steering mechanism

Pass 10 Mar 2015 23,545 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 23,167 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 23,094 miles

slight play in steering mechanism

Pass 15 Jul 2011 22,327 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 21,548 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 11 Feb 2009 20,942 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 20,276 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2008 20,263 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Nov 2006 20,082 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 600?

Based on 3,893 MOT tests across 469 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
865
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
469
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 113
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 111
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 69
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 65
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 54
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3 ABK is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 600 in Black with a 6,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 600 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 3 ABK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 600 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 48 years old, this Mercedes-benz 600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 3 ABK?

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What year was 3 ABK registered?

3 ABK is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 600, first registered on 4 January 1978.

Is 3 ABK safe to buy?

The MOT history for 3 ABK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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