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B308 OJC

1985 Mercedes-benz 508 D

Red Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

852,776 mi
Last recorded852,776 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2006
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 508 D200,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB308 OJC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model508 D
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2006 852,776 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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B308 OJC is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 508 D in Red with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz 508 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 200,304 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 B308 OJC, 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 41 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 B308 OJC registered?

B308 OJC is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 508 D, first registered on 7 May 1985.

Is B308 OJC safe to buy?

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