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S948 BAP

1998 Mercedes-benz 600

Blue Petrol 5987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,097 mi
Last recorded65,097 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 60036,973 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS948 BAP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 6 Aug 2026 65,097 miles

oil leck on engine

Pass 3 Oct 2024 64,934 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 64,015 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 63,051 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 62,067 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 61,903 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 61,763 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 61,749 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 60,864 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 58,962 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 56,926 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 51,860 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 46,233 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 36,973 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 35,690 miles

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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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S948 BAP is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 600 in Blue with a 5,987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S948 BAP, 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 S948 BAP registered?

S948 BAP is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 600, first registered on 18 September 1998.

Is S948 BAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S948 BAP shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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