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PT 11

1998 Mercedes-benz 600

Blue Petrol 5987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

33,681 mi
Last recorded33,681 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 60036,973 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPT 11
MakeMercedes-benz
Model600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,987cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 33,681 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 33,639 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

general corrosion to steering and suspension components front and rear

general perishing to suspension bushes front and rear

Pass 14 Feb 2024 33,617 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

general corrosion to suspension components front and rear

general perishing to suspension bushes front and rear

sill covers fitted

Pass 15 Feb 2023 33,542 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

exhaust in poor condition

Pass 27 Jan 2022 33,189 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All four (1.1.11 (c))

Front Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Reverse lights not functioning correctly

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 32,710 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 32,416 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 31,542 miles

Nearside Front Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

slight play in n/s steering idler

Pass 8 Feb 2018 31,013 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2018 31,013 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Fog lamp not working

Reverse light(s) not working.

Pass 26 Jan 2017 30,235 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2017 30,235 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2016 29,775 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2015 29,264 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 29,048 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 28,347 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 27,973 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 11 Feb 2011 26,680 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 26,312 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 17 Feb 2009 25,603 miles

both front stabilizer cotton reels have come away

exhaust brackets corroding

oil leak from engine bay

Pass 25 Jan 2008 25,061 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 23,059 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 19,927 miles

screw in near side rear tyre

slight damage to windscreen

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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PT 11 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 600 in Blue with a 5,987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz 600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 36,973 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 PT 11, 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 28 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 PT 11 registered?

PT 11 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 600, first registered on 26 January 1998.

Is PT 11 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PT 11 shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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