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L551 JFS

1993 Mercedes-benz 609 D

White Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

295,530 mi
Last recorded295,530 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2012
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 609 D164,717 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL551 JFS
MakeMercedes-benz
Model609 D
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2012 295,530 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 295,488 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2011 295,466 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2010 292,619 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 280,165 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 268,060 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 255,430 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 242,199 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (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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L551 JFS is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 609 D in White with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz 609 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 164,717 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L551 JFS, 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 33 years old, this Mercedes-benz 609 D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L551 JFS registered?

L551 JFS is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 609 D, first registered on 4 October 1993.

Is L551 JFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L551 JFS shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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