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E39 GVW

1988 Mercedes 709D

Red Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

186,661 mi
Last recorded186,661 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2007
Typical for 1988 Mercedes 709D222,171 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE39 GVW
MakeMercedes
Model709D
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2007 186,661 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2007 185,638 miles

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 1 Mar 2006 183,818 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes 709D?

Based on 974 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
2,389
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 61
Brake pipe excessively corroded 59
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 34
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 28
parking brake recording little or no effort 26
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E39 GVW is a 1988 Mercedes 709D in Red with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes 709D models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 222,171 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 709D fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E39 GVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes 709D typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 38 years old, this Mercedes 709D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E39 GVW?

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What year was E39 GVW registered?

E39 GVW is a 1988 Mercedes 709D, first registered on 1 June 1988.

Is E39 GVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E39 GVW shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E39 GVW have outstanding finance?

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