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M742 CLH

1995 Mercedes-benz 609 D

Red Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

199,672 mi
Last recorded199,672 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2007
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz 609 D197,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM742 CLH
MakeMercedes-benz
Model609 D
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2007 199,672 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2007 199,672 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Oct 2006 191,993 miles

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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M742 CLH is a 1995 Mercedes-benz 609 D in Red with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1995 Mercedes-benz 609 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 197,710 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-benz 609 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 107 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M742 CLH, 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 31 years old, this Mercedes-benz 609 D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of M742 CLH?

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What year was M742 CLH registered?

M742 CLH is a 1995 Mercedes-benz 609 D, first registered on 23 January 1995.

Is M742 CLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for M742 CLH 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.

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