1991 Mercedes-Benz 412 D 2.9L Diesel · H644 LJO

The roadworthiness status of this Mercedes-Benz 412 D is exceptionally strong, supported by a clean maintenance trend that reflects diligent upkeep by the previous owner. In the most recent test conducted on October 9, 2025, at an unspecified mileage, the vehicle passed with zero defects recorded. This flawless outcome mirrors the preceding four annual examinations. The MOT history shows a completely unbroken chain of first-time passes stretching back through September 24, 2024, September 25, 2023, September 21, 2022, and September 20, 2021, all without a single advisory notice issued. Accumulating 261,548 miles over its roughly 35 years in service yields an average of approximately 7,473 miles per year, which aligns closely with typical usage patterns for a commercial chassis of this vintage. The mileage progression between tests is entirely consistent, demonstrating that the vehicle has seen regular, light operational duties rather than being subjected to extended periods of storage or severe commercial overload. This steady cadence of use helps prevent the accelerated degradation of rubber seals, gaskets, and suspension bushes that typically plagues vehicles left standing for months on end. A prospective buyer must still perform a rigorous physical inspection despite the pristine test record, focusing particularly on structural integrity and chassis corrosion. Heavy commercial vehicles of this era are prone to degradation in the chassis outriggers, floor pans, and sill sections, areas that often escape superficial test scrutiny. You should carefully check the mechanical condition of the braking system, leaf spring hangers, axle seals, and steering linkages for age-related wear or fluid weeping. Verifying the chassis frame for structural soundness remains the single most critical task before purchase, ensuring that the remarkable mechanical health indicated by the MOT record is matched by a solid metal foundation.