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B920 YHM

1985 Mercedes-benz 308 D

Green Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 308 D191,506 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB920 YHM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model308 D
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 11 Mar 2008

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Mar 2008
Pass 31 May 2006 140,010 miles
Fail 30 May 2006 140,010 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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B920 YHM is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 308 D in Green with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz 308 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 191,506 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 308 D fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 12,708 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B920 YHM, 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 41 years old, this Mercedes-benz 308 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B920 YHM?

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What year was B920 YHM registered?

B920 YHM is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 308 D, first registered on 22 February 1985.

Is B920 YHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B920 YHM shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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