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N497 THP

1996 Mercedes 609D

Cream Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,696 mi
Last recorded44,696 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2005
Typical for 1996 Mercedes 609D132,099 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN497 THP
MakeMercedes
Model609D
Year1996
ColourCream
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 25 Nov 2005 44,696 miles

1)N/S/R Brakes in need of attention †2)Rear number plate lamps emitting white light to rear( Must be masked)

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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N497 THP is a 1996 Mercedes 609D in Cream with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes 609D models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 132,099 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N497 THP, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes 609D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N497 THP registered?

N497 THP is a 1996 Mercedes 609D, first registered on 12 January 1996.

Is N497 THP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N497 THP shows 1 test 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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