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C786 HGN

1985 Mercedes-benz 308 D

Blue Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

245,102 mi
Last recorded245,102 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2006
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 308 D191,506 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC786 HGN
MakeMercedes-benz
Model308 D
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2006 245,102 miles

n/s & o/s sill step corroded

rear prop u/j worn

Fail 21 Sep 2006 245,075 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

fog light lens poor

n/s and o/s sill step corroded

rear prop u/j worn

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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C786 HGN is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 308 D in Blue with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 C786 HGN, 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

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What year was C786 HGN registered?

C786 HGN is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 308 D, first registered on 1 November 1985.

Is C786 HGN safe to buy?

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