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E26 XKP

1988 Mercedes-benz 308 D

White Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

155,480 mi
Last recorded155,480 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2005
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 308 D169,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE26 XKP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model308 D
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Dec 2005 155,480 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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E26 XKP is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 308 D in White with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz 308 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.2% with a typical mileage of 169,334 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 E26 XKP, 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 38 years old, this Mercedes-benz 308 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E26 XKP registered?

E26 XKP is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 308 D, first registered on 1 April 1988.

Is E26 XKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E26 XKP shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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