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A13 COM

1996 Mercedes-benz 600

Blue Petrol 5981cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2015
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

112,834 mi
Last recorded112,834 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2014
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 60082,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 COM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model600
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,981cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2014 112,834 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 112,834 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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A13 COM is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 600 in Blue with a 5,981cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A13 COM, 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 A13 COM?

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What year was A13 COM registered?

A13 COM is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 600, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is A13 COM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A13 COM shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A13 COM have outstanding finance?

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