MOT Status
ValidMileage
150,268 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake performance unable to be tested raer arms corroded (1.2.1 (g))
Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt n/sx2 o/s x1 (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened both . DO NOT RE-WELD ! (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)
Front registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Rear fog lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.6d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 600?
Based on 3,893 MOT tests across 469 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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K188 VVH is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 600 in Black with a 5,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz 600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 79,708 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 K188 VVH, 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 33 years old, this Mercedes-benz 600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was K188 VVH registered?
K188 VVH is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 600, first registered on 1 May 1993.
Is K188 VVH safe to buy?
The MOT history for K188 VVH shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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