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J257 BHH

1992 Mercedes 609D

White Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2006
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

289,199 mi
Last recorded289,199 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2005
Typical for 1992 Mercedes 609D275,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ257 BHH
MakeMercedes
Model609D
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2005 289,199 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2005 289,060 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Sep 2005 288,871 miles

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

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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J257 BHH is a 1992 Mercedes 609D in White with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes 609D models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 275,026 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 609D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J257 BHH, 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 34 years old, this Mercedes 609D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J257 BHH?

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What year was J257 BHH registered?

J257 BHH is a 1992 Mercedes 609D, first registered on 1 June 1992.

Is J257 BHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for J257 BHH shows 3 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.

Does J257 BHH have outstanding finance?

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