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A166 AHB

1983 Mercedes-benz 609 D

White Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

100,023 mi
Last recorded100,023 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA166 AHB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model609 D
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 100,023 miles

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2026 100,023 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 May 2025 100,023 miles
Fail 1 May 2025 100,023 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk stretched or damaged likely to lead to failure under load (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 100,023 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2023 100,023 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tailpipe holed (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Speedometer clearly inoperative cable disconnected (7.8 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 30 May 2019 100,023 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 100,023 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 100,023 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported strap broken (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 100,023 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 98,745 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 90,760 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 609 D?

Based on 2,600 MOT tests across 319 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
3,436
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
319
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 107
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 91
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 76
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 69
position lamp(s) not working 61
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A166 AHB is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 609 D in White with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 609 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 107 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A166 AHB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 609 D typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 43 years old, this Mercedes-benz 609 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A166 AHB registered?

A166 AHB is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 609 D, first registered on 31 December 1983.

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