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F957 SHD

1988 Mercedes 709D

White Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2016
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

252,707 mi
Last recorded252,707 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2015
Typical for 1988 Mercedes 709D222,171 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF957 SHD
MakeMercedes
Model709D
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2015 252,707 miles

Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 241,028 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes 709D?

Based on 974 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
2,389
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 61
Brake pipe excessively corroded 59
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 34
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 28
parking brake recording little or no effort 26
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F957 SHD is a 1988 Mercedes 709D in White with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes 709D models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 222,171 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes 709D fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F957 SHD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes 709D typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 38 years old, this Mercedes 709D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F957 SHD registered?

F957 SHD is a 1988 Mercedes 709D, first registered on 1 October 1988.

Is F957 SHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for F957 SHD shows 2 tests 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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