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XNP 656V

1989 Mercedes-benz 609 D

Red Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2008
Tests6 (2 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

385,910 mi
Last recorded385,910 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2008
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 609 D168,352 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXNP 656V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model609 D
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc

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MOT History

2 pass 4 fail
Fail 3 Apr 2008 385,910 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

king pins have slight lift

Pass 24 May 2007 383,065 miles

engine and around fuel tank showing signs of diesel leakage

nearside trackrod end gater slit

Fail 10 Apr 2007 382,378 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Nearside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

engine and around fuel tank showing signs of diesel leakage

Pass 12 Apr 2006 374,241 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 374,241 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 23 Mar 2006 374,235 miles

Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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)

Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Upper Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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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XNP 656V is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 609 D in Red with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 609 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 168,352 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XNP 656V, 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 37 years old, this Mercedes-benz 609 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XNP 656V?

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What year was XNP 656V registered?

XNP 656V is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 609 D, first registered on 13 February 1989.

Is XNP 656V safe to buy?

The MOT history for XNP 656V shows 6 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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