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J188 MLM

1992 Mercedes-benz 600

Grey Petrol 5987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

80,682 mi
Last recorded80,682 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2024
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 60090,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ188 MLM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model600
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2024 80,682 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 78,490 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 75,435 miles
Fail 3 May 2022 75,435 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 75,358 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 75,119 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 74,746 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 74,649 miles

Offside Front tyre sidewall cracked

has slight play in steering joints

Fail 25 Feb 2016 74,648 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt upper (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front tyre sidewall cracked

has slight play in steering joints

Fail 12 Dec 2011 74,478 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 74,478 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 74,286 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 74,092 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Dec 2008 73,735 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 72,707 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 69,074 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2005 64,175 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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J188 MLM is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 600 in Grey with a 5,987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 J188 MLM, 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 J188 MLM?

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What year was J188 MLM registered?

J188 MLM is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 600, first registered on 22 January 1992.

Is J188 MLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J188 MLM shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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