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F525 LCJ

1988 Mercedes-benz 408 D

Blue Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

275,333 mi
Last recorded275,333 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2011
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 408 D92,276 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF525 LCJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model408 D
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2011 275,333 miles

near side rear brake slight bind

Pass 24 Apr 2010 275,134 miles

corrosion of inner wings

Pass 23 May 2009 274,974 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 274,527 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Fail 12 May 2007 274,107 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 12 May 2007 274,107 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Apr 2006 273,536 miles

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

Nearside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside rear inner tyre starting to wear on inner edge.

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

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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F525 LCJ is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 408 D in Blue with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 F525 LCJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F525 LCJ registered?

F525 LCJ is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 408 D, first registered on 21 October 1988.

Is F525 LCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F525 LCJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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