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VJU 1

1993 Mercedes-benz 600

Blue Petrol 5987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

88,456 mi
Last recorded88,456 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2015
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 60079,708 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJU 1
MakeMercedes-benz
Model600
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,987cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2015 88,456 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2014 87,295 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 86,872 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 85,966 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jul 2010 83,987 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 81,186 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 80,595 miles

exhaust very rusty but not blowing at time of test

rear suspension pipes very rusty

Fail 15 Jul 2008 80,595 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

exhaust very rusty but not blowing at time of test

rear suspension pipes very rusty

rear tyres and offside front tyre perished

Pass 17 Jul 2007 79,754 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 89,550 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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VJU 1 is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 600 in Blue with a 5,987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 VJU 1, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VJU 1 registered?

VJU 1 is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 600, first registered on 2 November 1993.

Is VJU 1 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VJU 1 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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