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600 GL

1996 Mercedes-benz 600

Silver Petrol 6000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2025
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

112,854 mi
Last recorded112,854 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2024
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 60082,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration600 GL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model600
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2024 112,854 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 112,274 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 112,189 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 109,512 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Mar 2021 109,512 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2019 106,540 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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600 GL is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 600 in Silver with a 6,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz 600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 82,888 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 600 GL, 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 30 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 600 GL?

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What year was 600 GL registered?

600 GL is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 600, first registered on 1 December 1996.

Is 600 GL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 600 GL shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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