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J3 DTB

1992 Mercedes 709D

White Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

242,558 mi
Last recorded242,558 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2007
Typical for 1992 Mercedes 709D378,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ3 DTB
MakeMercedes
Model709D
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 27 Sep 2007 242,558 miles

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

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring saddle is moving relative to the spring (2.4.B.7a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside floor panel corrosion

rear brakes imbalanced

vehicle down graded to 3500kg plate no.t3893067

How Reliable is the Mercedes 709D?

Based on 974 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
2,389
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 61
Brake pipe excessively corroded 59
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 34
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 28
parking brake recording little or no effort 26
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J3 DTB is a 1992 Mercedes 709D in White with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes 709D models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 378,800 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 709D fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J3 DTB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes 709D typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 34 years old, this Mercedes 709D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J3 DTB registered?

J3 DTB is a 1992 Mercedes 709D, first registered on 5 February 1992.

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