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P104 XGK

1997 Mercedes-benz 600

Black Petrol 5987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

108,155 mi
Last recorded108,155 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 60098,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP104 XGK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,987cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2023 108,155 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 107,661 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2022 107,480 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 106,834 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2021 106,834 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 105,324 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 104,187 miles

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

Fail 3 Jul 2018 104,187 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension pipe leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Jan 2015 98,000 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2015 98,000 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 25 Nov 2013 97,684 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 95,682 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 89,450 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 87,982 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 84,214 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 95,943 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 30 Oct 2006 72,450 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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P104 XGK is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 600 in Black with a 5,987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz 600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 98,000 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 P104 XGK, 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 29 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 P104 XGK registered?

P104 XGK is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 600, first registered on 20 November 1997.

Is P104 XGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P104 XGK shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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