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G288 UFB

1989 Mercedes 609D

White Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,678 mi
Last recorded21,678 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2007
Typical for 1989 Mercedes 609D210,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG288 UFB
MakeMercedes
Model609D
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 15 Aug 2007 21,678 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 20,557 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

How Reliable is the Mercedes 609D?

Based on 891 MOT tests across 115 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
3,348
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 30
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 26
Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion 26
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 24
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G288 UFB is a 1989 Mercedes 609D 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 1989 Mercedes 609D models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 210,748 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes 609D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G288 UFB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes 609D typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 37 years old, this Mercedes 609D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G288 UFB registered?

G288 UFB is a 1989 Mercedes 609D, first registered on 9 August 1989.

Is G288 UFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G288 UFB 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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