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J818 PKK

1992 Mercedes-benz 600

Grey Petrol 5987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

145,207 mi
Last recorded145,207 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2015
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 60090,914 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ818 PKK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model600
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,987cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2015 145,207 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2014 143,395 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2013 141,591 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2013 141,591 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 139,345 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2010 137,844 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2010 137,843 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

Fail 16 Nov 2010 137,838 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2009 136,238 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 134,644 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 Dec 2005 134,563 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2005 134,536 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

oil leak

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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J818 PKK is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 600 in Grey with a 5,987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 J818 PKK, 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

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What year was J818 PKK registered?

J818 PKK is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 600, first registered on 20 February 1992.

Is J818 PKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J818 PKK shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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