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N813 UPM

1996 Mercedes 609D

White Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

87,183 mi
Last recorded87,183 miles
Recorded on27 May 2010
Typical for 1996 Mercedes 609D132,099 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN813 UPM
MakeMercedes
Model609D
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2010 87,183 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 87,183 miles

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 22 May 2009 80,020 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 80,020 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt attachment fitting badly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Offside Rear Seat belt attachment fitting badly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Pass 12 May 2008 72,314 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2007 65,755 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 63,773 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 63,773 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Lower Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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N813 UPM is a 1996 Mercedes 609D in White with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes 609D models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 132,099 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 N813 UPM, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes 609D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N813 UPM registered?

N813 UPM is a 1996 Mercedes 609D, first registered on 24 May 1996.

Is N813 UPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N813 UPM shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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