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ANV 778X

1981 Mercedes-benz 508 D

White Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

94,942 mi
Last recorded94,942 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2012
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 508 D191,193 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationANV 778X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model508 D
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 20 Jul 2012 94,942 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Brake hose stretched (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

EXHAUST SYSTEM HEAVILY CORRODED.

NSF LOWER DOOR MIRROR CRACKED.

NSR OUTERTYRE WALL BADLY CRACKED.

OSF AND NSF FOOT STEP TOPS HOLED AND CORRODED.

REAR DIFF PINION OIL SEAL LEAKING.

SLIGHT LIFT IN OSF AND NSF KING PINS.

SLIGHT PLAY IN NSF WHEELBEARING.

Pass 29 Sep 2006 86,418 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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ANV 778X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 508 D in White with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Mercedes-benz 508 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.8% with a typical mileage of 191,193 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ANV 778X, 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 45 years old, this Mercedes-benz 508 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ANV 778X registered?

ANV 778X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 508 D, first registered on 18 September 1981.

Is ANV 778X safe to buy?

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