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D4 LMU

1998 Mercedes-benz 308 D

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

155,874 mi
Last recorded155,874 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2021
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 308 D156,899 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD4 LMU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model308 D
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2021 155,874 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 11 Feb 2021 155,808 miles

Nearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced center/rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced center/rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle fixings loose to the extent that relative movement is visible (5.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Non obligatory mirror damaged missing ()

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 150,028 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 138,318 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 124,109 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 115,548 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 110,049 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2015 103,077 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2015 103,077 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2014 95,447 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 89,877 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 89,877 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 26 Mar 2012 83,073 miles

Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 83,073 miles

Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 74,855 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 74,626 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2011 74,614 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 74,533 miles

both rear brake discs pitted and corroded

n/s side loading door handle damaged

Fail 3 Sep 2009 74,507 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.8.A5a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.8.A5a)

both rear brake discs pitted and corroded

n/s side loading door handle damaged

Pass 31 May 2007 71,133 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 67,379 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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D4 LMU is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 308 D in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz 308 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.1% with a typical mileage of 156,899 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 D4 LMU, 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 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz 308 D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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D4 LMU is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 308 D, first registered on 20 March 1998.

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