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N235 GWU

1996 Mercedes-benz 600

Grey Petrol 5987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

103,687 mi
Last recorded103,687 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2022
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 60082,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN235 GWU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model600
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2022 103,687 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 102,239 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 101,386 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 100,274 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear silencer deteriorated.

hydraulic suspension pipes starting to corrode

Fail 3 Apr 2019 100,274 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear silencer deteriorated.

hydraulic suspension pipes starting to corrode

Pass 23 Apr 2018 99,816 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 99,572 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 99,327 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 98,813 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2012 98,061 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust deteriorated.

Pass 11 Aug 2010 97,574 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 96,408 miles

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

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

Pass 26 Aug 2008 93,199 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 92,031 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2007 91,278 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 88,374 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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N235 GWU is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 600 in Grey with a 5,987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz 600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 82,888 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 N235 GWU, 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 30 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 N235 GWU registered?

N235 GWU is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 600, first registered on 10 April 1996.

Is N235 GWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N235 GWU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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