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A388 SCW

2003 Mercedes-benz 408 D

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

277,959 mi
Last recorded277,959 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA388 SCW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model408 D
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2006 277,959 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2006 277,930 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2005 274,756 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 15 Jul 2005 272,742 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Rear Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)

Front Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 408 D?

Based on 1,212 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
2,326
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 65
fog lamp not working 63
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 63
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 57
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A388 SCW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 408 D in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 408 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A388 SCW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 408 D typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz 408 D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A388 SCW registered?

A388 SCW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 408 D, first registered on 15 January 2003.

Is A388 SCW safe to buy?

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