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BNZ 1612

1992 Mercedes-benz 600

Red Petrol 5987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

70,112 mi
Last recorded70,112 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 60090,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 1612
MakeMercedes-benz
Model600
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,987cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 70,112 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 69,223 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 68,492 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2023 68,466 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 68,048 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 67,613 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 66,815 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 66,522 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 65,068 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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BNZ 1612 is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 600 in Red with a 5,987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 90,914 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 BNZ 1612, 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 34 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 BNZ 1612?

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What year was BNZ 1612 registered?

BNZ 1612 is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 600, first registered on 27 April 1992.

Is BNZ 1612 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 1612 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BNZ 1612 have outstanding finance?

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