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J60 TJT

1998 Mercedes 814

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

139,744 mi
Last recorded139,744 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2011
Typical for 1998 Mercedes 814179,079 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ60 TJT
MakeMercedes
Model814
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc
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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2011 139,744 miles

Front and rear top marker lights N/W.

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Rear discs rusty.

Fail 6 Jun 2011 139,700 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front and rear top marker lights N/W.

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Rear discs rusty.

Pass 19 Mar 2010 131,200 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 130,766 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

damage to body at offside rear

rear brake pads slightly crumbling

Pass 3 Apr 2009 121,359 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 108,519 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 4 Apr 2008 108,519 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 99,490 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 99,468 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

How Reliable is the Mercedes 814?

Based on 2,035 MOT tests across 258 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
6,960
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
258
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Statutory seat belt missing 32
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 20
Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush 19
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 16
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J60 TJT is a 1998 Mercedes 814 in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes 814 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 179,079 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 814 fails its MOT is statutory seat belt missing, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J60 TJT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes 814 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 28 years old, this Mercedes 814 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J60 TJT?

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What year was J60 TJT registered?

J60 TJT is a 1998 Mercedes 814, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is J60 TJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J60 TJT shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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