MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
181,955 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)
Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 609 D?
Based on 2,600 MOT tests across 319 vehicles.
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P689 XLJ is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 609 D in White with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz 609 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 187,021 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
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 P689 XLJ, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz 609 D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was P689 XLJ registered?
P689 XLJ is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 609 D, first registered on 17 September 1996.
Is P689 XLJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for P689 XLJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does P689 XLJ have outstanding finance?
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