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N491 RVK

1996 Mercedes 709D

White Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2009
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,981 mi
Last recorded69,981 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN491 RVK
MakeMercedes
Model709D
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 20 Oct 2008 69,981 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 691,576 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 682,730 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 672,426 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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N491 RVK is a 1996 Mercedes 709D in White with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N491 RVK, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes 709D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N491 RVK registered?

N491 RVK is a 1996 Mercedes 709D, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is N491 RVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N491 RVK shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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