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J600 SJT

1991 Mercedes-benz 600

Blue Petrol 5987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

158,789 mi
Last recorded158,789 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2007
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 600111,904 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ600 SJT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model600
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,987cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2007 158,789 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 158,789 miles

Horn emits two or more alternating tones (1.6.2d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Aug 2006 155,296 miles

n/s/r tyre showing signs of wear on inner & outer edges

Pass 20 Aug 2005 150,812 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2005 150,812 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Nearside Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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J600 SJT is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 600 in Blue with a 5,987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 111,904 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 J600 SJT, 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 35 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 J600 SJT?

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What year was J600 SJT registered?

J600 SJT is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 600, first registered on 6 September 1991.

Is J600 SJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J600 SJT shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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