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G639 RTU

1990 Mercedes-benz 408 D

Blue Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

229,032 mi
Last recorded229,032 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2007
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 408 D190,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG639 RTU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model408 D
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2007 229,032 miles

vehicle has corrosion on body but not in load bearing areas

Pass 15 Dec 2005 223,522 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2005 223,520 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

non obligatory mirror damaged

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 408 D?

Based on 1,212 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
2,326
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 65
fog lamp not working 63
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 63
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 57
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G639 RTU is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 408 D in Blue with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 408 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 190,033 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 408 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G639 RTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 408 D typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 36 years old, this Mercedes-benz 408 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of G639 RTU?

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What year was G639 RTU registered?

G639 RTU is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 408 D, first registered on 18 April 1990.

Is G639 RTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for G639 RTU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G639 RTU have outstanding finance?

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