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D287 UCK

1987 Mercedes-benz 508 D

Brown Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

108,566 mi
Last recorded108,566 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2022
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 508 D27,786 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD287 UCK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model508 D
Year1987
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2022 108,566 miles

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 12 Apr 2022 108,566 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Body component slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 22 Feb 2022 108,566 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 108,033 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 107,921 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 107,743 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 107,743 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 107,669 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2017 107,523 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 107,436 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 107,148 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 107,025 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 106,693 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 106,326 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 105,821 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 105,549 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 104,960 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Mar 2006 104,335 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2006 104,302 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring cracked (2.4.B.1a)

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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D287 UCK is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 508 D in Brown with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz 508 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 27,786 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 D287 UCK, 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 39 years old, this Mercedes-benz 508 D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D287 UCK registered?

D287 UCK is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 508 D, first registered on 3 March 1987.

Is D287 UCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for D287 UCK shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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