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WGK 158W

1980 Mercedes-benz 609 D

Green Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2021
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

216,202 mi
Last recorded216,202 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGK 158W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model609 D
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc
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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2019 216,202 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Jul 2019 216,182 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 May 2018 213,005 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 8 Jun 2017 210,373 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 209,247 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 12 Jul 2011 209,247 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 206,222 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 205,997 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Offside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Handbrake cable chaffing silencer when released

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 195,703 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 194,745 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2008 194,739 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre side walls on a twin fitment are contacting each other (4.1.D.3)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Exhaust Clamp Loose

Exhaust Rubbing On Hand Brake Cable

Pass 15 Feb 2006 192,220 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2006 192,187 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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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WGK 158W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 609 D in Green with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 WGK 158W, 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 46 years old, this Mercedes-benz 609 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WGK 158W registered?

WGK 158W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 609 D, first registered on 27 November 1980.

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