MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
491,326 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
offside lowrs sill bar bent slightly pertruding the side of the vehicle
oil leak
slight play in offside front king pin
Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Rear Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)
Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Exhaust emits slight amount of blue smoke on high revs
Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 609 D?
Based on 2,600 MOT tests across 319 vehicles.
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C785 HGF is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 609 D in Green with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz 609 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 277,996 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 609 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 107 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C785 HGF, 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 40 years old, this Mercedes-benz 609 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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C785 HGF is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 609 D, first registered on 1 March 1986.
Is C785 HGF safe to buy?
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