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E915 PCW

1988 Mercedes-benz 408 D

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

112,673 mi
Last recorded112,673 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 408 D92,276 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE915 PCW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model408 D
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 112,673 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2025 112,647 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

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

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 112,584 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Aug 2024 112,584 miles

Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 111,856 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Minor (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2022 111,829 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. right hand kick up (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper not working recheck wiper (3.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper not working recheck wiper (3.4 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front tyre cracking /perishing in tread, date code 11/03, advise replace

Nearside Rear Outer tyre cracking /perishing in tread, date code 08/04

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front brake pipe corrosion

Offside Front tyre cracking /perishing in tread ,date code 11/03, advise replace

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper brake pipe corrosion

Offside Rear hub seal seeping

Offside front to rear brake pipe coated

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under-trays fitted

Pass 23 Mar 2021 111,043 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 110,227 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 104,871 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2012 104,699 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 103,505 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 102,350 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 101,742 miles

condensation to n/s/f headlamp

Pass 20 Apr 2007 101,085 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 408 D?

Based on 1,212 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
2,326
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 65
fog lamp not working 63
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 63
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 57
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E915 PCW is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 408 D in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz 408 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 92,276 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 408 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E915 PCW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 408 D typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Mercedes-benz 408 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E915 PCW registered?

E915 PCW is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 408 D, first registered on 6 April 1988.

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