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C180 JRL

1985 Mercedes-benz 508 D

Green Diesel 3900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

128,922 mi
Last recorded128,922 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 508 D200,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC180 JRL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model508 D
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 128,922 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 128,245 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine.. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 125,842 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 121,713 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 May 2022 118,658 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 114,329 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 111,683 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 106,412 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 May 2018 100,150 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 93,785 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 87,128 miles

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 6 Jun 2016 87,128 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 79,533 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2015 79,933 miles

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

front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 68,371 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 54,277 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 54,227 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 39,951 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 22,458 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Offside Headlamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Fail 16 Jun 2011 22,458 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 14,142 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 18 Sep 2009 5,932 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

This vehicle has been fully converted to a camper van / motorhome

Pass 28 Mar 2009 3,595 miles

Ex Military vehicle imported from Holland.

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Vehicle weight has been down plated from HGV to class 7, Vehicle tested according to plate on vehicle, 3500kg

slight front brake imbalance

Fail 21 Mar 2009 3,595 miles

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

Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Ex Military vehicle imported from Holland.

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Vehicle weight has been down plated from HGV to class 7, Vehicle tested according to plate on vehicle, 3500kg

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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C180 JRL is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 508 D in Green with a 3,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 C180 JRL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C180 JRL registered?

C180 JRL is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 508 D, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C180 JRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C180 JRL shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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