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E979 NMK

1988 Mercedes-benz 609 D

Orange Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2013
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

360,338 mi
Last recorded360,338 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2012
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 609 D188,900 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE979 NMK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model609 D
Year1988
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 2 Oct 2012 360,338 miles

advised by vehicle pressenter that vehicle been downgraded below 5000kg design gross weieght

corrosion at front inner wheel arches

Pass 6 Sep 2011 259,702 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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E979 NMK is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 609 D in Orange with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz 609 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 188,900 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E979 NMK, 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 38 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 E979 NMK registered?

E979 NMK is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 609 D, first registered on 9 February 1988.

Is E979 NMK safe to buy?

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