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C873 VLW

1986 Mercedes-benz 508 D

Blue Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2023
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,574 mi
Last recorded72,574 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2022
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 508 D172,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC873 VLW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model508 D
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 4 Oct 2022 72,574 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Sep 2014 71,795 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 69,721 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 61,622 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 55,068 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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C873 VLW is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 508 D in Blue with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz 508 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 172,649 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 C873 VLW, 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 40 years old, this Mercedes-benz 508 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C873 VLW?

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What year was C873 VLW registered?

C873 VLW is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 508 D, first registered on 14 March 1986.

Is C873 VLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C873 VLW shows 5 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 C873 VLW have outstanding finance?

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