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E576 JOT

1987 Mercedes 609D

White Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

284,209 mi
Last recorded284,209 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2007
Typical for 1987 Mercedes 609D413,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE576 JOT
MakeMercedes
Model609D
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2007 284,209 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 284,183 miles

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 30 May 2006 280,443 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Jun 2005 276,565 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2005 276,548 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition but function not impaired (1.1.4a)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

no rear doors fitted

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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E576 JOT is a 1987 Mercedes 609D in White with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 E576 JOT, 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 E576 JOT registered?

E576 JOT is a 1987 Mercedes 609D, first registered on 23 November 1987.

Is E576 JOT safe to buy?

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