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N549 NVK

1995 Mercedes 609D

Grey Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

255,305 mi
Last recorded255,305 miles
Recorded on11 May 2015
Typical for 1995 Mercedes 609D230,850 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN549 NVK
MakeMercedes
Model609D
Year1995
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2015 255,305 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

cracks in nearside outer tyre side wall

cracks in offside rear outer tyre side wall

rust hole offside front inner wing

Pass 12 May 2014 253,452 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

slight drag detected on front brakes.

steering box pipes damp.

Fail 12 May 2014 253,452 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

slight drag detected on front brakes.

steering box pipes damp.

Fail 15 Apr 2014 253,452 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

slight drag n/s front brake

Pass 19 Nov 2012 251,829 miles

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

slight drag n/s front brake

slight imbalance rear brakes

Pass 18 Nov 2011 250,847 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

rear brakes slightly out of balance

Pass 8 Nov 2010 248,494 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Slight rear brake imbalance

Pass 9 Nov 2009 244,909 miles

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

Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 237,847 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2008 237,796 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front springs lower shackle bushes worn

Pass 7 Nov 2007 230,673 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Offside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Nov 2007 230,672 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nail in rear tyre

Offside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 225,930 miles

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

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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N549 NVK is a 1995 Mercedes 609D in Grey with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1995 Mercedes 609D models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 230,850 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 N549 NVK, 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 31 years old, this Mercedes 609D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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N549 NVK is a 1995 Mercedes 609D, first registered on 1 August 1995.

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