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J146 SJT

1992 Mercedes 709D

White Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

957,815 mi
Last recorded957,815 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2006
Typical for 1992 Mercedes 709D378,800 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ146 SJT
MakeMercedes
Model709D
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2006 957,815 miles

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

exhaust silencer noisey 30 seats fitted

Fail 6 Apr 2006 957,751 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Fuel system component leaking (6.7.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.6.5)

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

exhaust silencer noisey odd rear springs 30 seats fitted

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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J146 SJT is a 1992 Mercedes 709D in White with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes 709D models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 378,800 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 709D fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J146 SJT, 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 34 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 J146 SJT registered?

J146 SJT is a 1992 Mercedes 709D, first registered on 26 March 1992.

Is J146 SJT safe to buy?

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