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M245 UTM

1995 Mercedes 709D

Grey Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

663,490 mi
Last recorded663,490 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2019
Typical for 1995 Mercedes 709D270,476 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM245 UTM
MakeMercedes
Model709D
Year1995
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2019 663,490 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2019 663,292 miles

Rear Brake load sensing valve missing where fitted as standard (1.1.17 (d)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Feb 2017 663,091 miles

Offside Rear Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 662,478 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 661,579 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 660,702 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 657,910 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 657,767 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.4)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 657,767 miles

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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M245 UTM is a 1995 Mercedes 709D in Grey with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1995 Mercedes 709D models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 270,476 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 M245 UTM, 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 31 years old, this Mercedes 709D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M245 UTM registered?

M245 UTM is a 1995 Mercedes 709D, first registered on 12 May 1995.

Is M245 UTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M245 UTM shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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