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N298 OFP

1995 Mercedes 609D

Green Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

85,668 mi
Last recorded85,668 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2005
Typical for 1995 Mercedes 609D230,850 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN298 OFP
MakeMercedes
Model609D
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 15 Aug 2005 85,668 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.3)

Nearside Front Lower Body has sharp edges or projections caused by corrosion or damage making the vehicle dangerous to other road users (6.5.10)

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.8.A.5c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.3)

Offside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.8.A.5c)

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

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

How Reliable is the Mercedes 609D?

Based on 891 MOT tests across 115 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
3,348
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 30
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 26
Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion 26
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 24
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N298 OFP is a 1995 Mercedes 609D in Green with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1995 Mercedes 609D models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 230,850 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 609D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N298 OFP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes 609D typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 31 years old, this Mercedes 609D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N298 OFP registered?

N298 OFP is a 1995 Mercedes 609D, first registered on 19 September 1995.

Is N298 OFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N298 OFP shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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