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C115 CHU

1986 Mercedes-benz 308 D

Red Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

480,060 mi
Last recorded480,060 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2011
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 308 D188,576 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC115 CHU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model308 D
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 21 Jul 2011 480,060 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 479,968 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 479,921 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 479,526 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 477,176 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 475,346 miles

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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C115 CHU is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 308 D in Red with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz 308 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 188,576 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 C115 CHU, 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 40 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 C115 CHU?

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What year was C115 CHU registered?

C115 CHU is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 308 D, first registered on 14 March 1986.

Is C115 CHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C115 CHU shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C115 CHU have outstanding finance?

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