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DLR 708Y

1983 Mercedes-benz 308 D

White Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

128,966 mi
Last recorded128,966 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2007
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 308 D136,436 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLR 708Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model308 D
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2007 128,966 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 128,563 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2006 126,688 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2006 126,688 miles

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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DLR 708Y is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 308 D in White with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz 308 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.4% with a typical mileage of 136,436 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 DLR 708Y, 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 43 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 DLR 708Y registered?

DLR 708Y is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 308 D, first registered on 21 March 1983.

Is DLR 708Y safe to buy?

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