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FFR 389W

1980 Mercedes-benz 609 D

Blue Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

346,013 mi
Last recorded346,013 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFR 389W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model609 D
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2006 346,013 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 346,005 miles

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

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

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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FFR 389W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 609 D in Blue with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 FFR 389W, 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 46 years old, this Mercedes-benz 609 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of FFR 389W?

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What year was FFR 389W registered?

FFR 389W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 609 D, first registered on 7 November 1980.

Is FFR 389W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FFR 389W 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.

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