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A358 PAT

1983 Mercedes-benz 308 D

Cream Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2023
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

112,695 mi
Last recorded112,695 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2022
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 308 D136,436 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA358 PAT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model308 D
Year1983
ColourCream
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2022 112,695 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 112,156 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 111,853 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 111,568 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 110,756 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 110,511 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 110,252 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 110,017 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 109,422 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 308 D?

Based on 98,454 MOT tests across 12,937 vehicles.

61.3%
Pass Rate
4,756
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
12,937
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12,708
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,814
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 5,530
Stop lamp not working 4,929
Registration plate lamp not working 4,900
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A358 PAT is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 308 D in Cream with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz 308 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.4% with a typical mileage of 136,436 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 308 D fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 12,708 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A358 PAT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 308 D typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 43 years old, this Mercedes-benz 308 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A358 PAT registered?

A358 PAT is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 308 D, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A358 PAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A358 PAT shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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