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D47 EBP

1987 Mercedes 609D

Blue Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2025
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

248,912 mi
Last recorded248,912 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 1987 Mercedes 609D413,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD47 EBP
MakeMercedes
Model609D
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc
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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 17 Dec 2025 248,912 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Door sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 238,189 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2024 238,055 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2008 186,653 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 23 Aug 2008 186,653 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Mercedes 609D?

Based on 891 MOT tests across 115 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
3,348
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 30
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 26
Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion 26
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 24
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D47 EBP is a 1987 Mercedes 609D in Blue with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes 609D models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 413,251 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 609D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D47 EBP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes 609D typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 39 years old, this Mercedes 609D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D47 EBP registered?

D47 EBP is a 1987 Mercedes 609D, first registered on 25 March 1987.

Is D47 EBP safe to buy?

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