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A6 TXM

1996 Mercedes Motor Caravan

Silver Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

87,635 mi
Last recorded87,635 miles
Recorded on24 May 2024
Typical for 1996 Mercedes Motor Caravan85,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA6 TXM
MakeMercedes
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc
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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2024 87,635 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2023 87,113 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 86,413 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 85,481 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 19 Jun 2020 85,481 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 85,250 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2019 85,250 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2017 84,763 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

brake pedal slightly spongy

Pass 12 Oct 2015 83,675 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 82,708 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 82,451 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 80,427 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 77,715 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Feb 2011 73,863 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 72,244 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 70,547 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 66,649 miles

o/s lower balljoint has slight lift in it

Pass 6 Oct 2006 64,119 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 61,313 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes Motor Caravan?

Based on 5,669 MOT tests across 350 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
1,905
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
350
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 117
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101
position lamp(s) not working 97
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 83
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 77
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A6 TXM is a 1996 Mercedes Motor Caravan in Silver with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 85,708 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes Motor Caravan fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A6 TXM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Motor Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 30 years old, this Mercedes Motor Caravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A6 TXM?

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What year was A6 TXM registered?

A6 TXM is a 1996 Mercedes Motor Caravan, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is A6 TXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A6 TXM shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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