1988 Mercedes-Benz 609 D 4.0L Diesel · E386 GHD
1988 Mercedes-Benz 609 D (4.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Feb 1988. Recorded mileage 279,846 km. MOT valid until 15 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ 609 D
- Year / Origin
- 1988 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Odometer
- 279,846 km
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 4.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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E386 GHD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/06/2026
- 279,846 km recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
E386 GHD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1988 Mercedes-Benz 609 D (E386 GHD) between May 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 17 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Bodywork (12 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 24 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired Load sensing valve bushes and possibly pivot mount”; “Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Letters become indistinct when viewed away from ”; “Nearside Side repeater likely to become detached Lens is damaged and looks likely to detatch (4.4.1 (c) (ii))”.
E386 GHD Odometer History
- 09/05/2024273,905 km
- 09/05/2024273,905 km
- 11/04/2025278,232 km+4,327 km
- 29/05/2025278,259 km+27 km
- 17/06/2026279,846 km+1,587 km
Average of roughly 2,821 km per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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