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P442 BEP

1997 Mercedes-benz 609 D

White Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

91,880 mi
Last recorded91,880 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP442 BEP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model609 D
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2010 91,880 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 88,749 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1e)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.1b)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Dec 2008 82,616 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 82,616 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (6.4.B.2)

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

Transmission brake efficiency below requirements (3.8.A.9/10)

Pass 8 Dec 2007 201,074 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 181,156 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 163,507 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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P442 BEP is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 609 D in White with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P442 BEP, 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 29 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 P442 BEP?

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What year was P442 BEP registered?

P442 BEP is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 609 D, first registered on 20 May 1997.

Is P442 BEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P442 BEP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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