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D715 TVX

1987 Mercedes-benz 308 D

White Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

124,340 mi
Last recorded124,340 miles
Recorded on4 May 2010
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 308 D174,391 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD715 TVX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model308 D
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2010 124,340 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front inner wheel arches have corrosion holes.

both front steps to cab have started to corrode.

n/s/f tyer perrishing.

Pass 5 May 2009 124,228 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 21 May 2008 123,955 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 123,955 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 123,775 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 123,771 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

slight corrosion under bonnet n/s & o/s

Pass 17 May 2006 123,237 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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D715 TVX is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 308 D in White with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz 308 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.8% with a typical mileage of 174,391 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 D715 TVX, 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 39 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 D715 TVX registered?

D715 TVX is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 308 D, first registered on 9 March 1987.

Is D715 TVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for D715 TVX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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