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F38 RAB

1988 Mercedes-benz 609 D

White Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

211,636 mi
Last recorded211,636 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2006
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 609 D188,900 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF38 RAB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model609 D
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2006 211,636 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2006 211,618 miles

Nearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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F38 RAB is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 609 D in White with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 F38 RAB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F38 RAB?

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What year was F38 RAB registered?

F38 RAB is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 609 D, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F38 RAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for F38 RAB shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F38 RAB have outstanding finance?

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