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A835 JLT

1984 Mercedes-benz 508 D

White Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

255,378 mi
Last recorded255,378 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2019
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz 508 D201,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA835 JLT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model508 D
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2019 255,378 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 249,960 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 243,500 miles

GENERAL UNDER BODY CORROSION

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 236,498 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 226,073 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 217,454 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 210,878 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 201,947 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 192,874 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 181,033 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 170,365 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 162,150 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 154,496 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 154,483 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 150,916 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 508 D?

Based on 2,678 MOT tests across 314 vehicles.

64.6%
Pass Rate
2,904
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 188
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 133
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 97
fog lamp not working 88
position lamp(s) not working 84
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A835 JLT is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 508 D in White with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1984 Mercedes-benz 508 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 201,947 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 508 D fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 188 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A835 JLT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 508 D typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 42 years old, this Mercedes-benz 508 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A835 JLT registered?

A835 JLT is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 508 D, first registered on 3 May 1984.

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The MOT history for A835 JLT shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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