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F426 ENB

1988 Mercedes 609D

Green Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

406,793 mi
Last recorded406,793 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF426 ENB
MakeMercedes
Model609D
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc
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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2006 406,793 miles

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Fail 20 Apr 2006 406,793 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 23 Mar 2006 406,171 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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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F426 ENB is a 1988 Mercedes 609D in Green with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 F426 ENB, 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 38 years old, this Mercedes 609D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F426 ENB registered?

F426 ENB is a 1988 Mercedes 609D, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F426 ENB safe to buy?

The MOT history for F426 ENB shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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