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S738 KSA

1999 Mercedes-benz 609 D

Yellow Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

228,751 mi
Last recorded228,751 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS738 KSA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model609 D
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2008 228,751 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 214,866 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2007 214,865 miles

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 21 Dec 2006 202,765 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 609 D?

Based on 2,600 MOT tests across 319 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
3,436
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
319
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 107
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 91
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 76
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 69
position lamp(s) not working 61
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S738 KSA is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 609 D in Yellow with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 609 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 107 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S738 KSA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 609 D typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz 609 D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of S738 KSA?

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What year was S738 KSA registered?

S738 KSA is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 609 D, first registered on 12 January 1999.

Is S738 KSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S738 KSA shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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